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Dr. Charles Farmer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Berkeley Heights, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farmer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Charles Farmer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley Heights, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (908) 277-8880.

    What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?

    Dr. Farmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farmer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farmer diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Farmer. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farmer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Farmer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 277-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Farmer in Berkeley Heights, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. Charles Farmer's Primary Practice

    1 Diamond Hill Rd

    Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

    (908) 277-8880

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    Dr. Charles Farmer's Practice 2

    150 Bergen St

    Newark, NJ 07103

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    What is Dr. Farmer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699198127.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farmer

    What is Dr. Charles Farmer's specialty?

    Dr. Farmer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley Heights, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Charles Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Charles Farmer accepting new patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Farmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (908) 277-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Farmer?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (908) 277-8880 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. Farmer's offices are located in Berkeley Heights, NJ and Newark, NJ.