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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azer, Surgeon in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Wageeh Azer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in East Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Azer is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azer’s office at (732) 481-1599.
What languages does Dr. Azer speak?
Dr. Azer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Azer treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Azer 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. Azer. 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.
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Finger Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03012: Cellulitis of left finger
What procedures does Dr. Azer perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Azer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Azer. 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.
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Rearrangement Procedure
- Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Complicated Finger Abscess Drainage
- Felon Drainage
- Finger Infection Drainage
- Deep Finger Abscess Incision
- Hand Abscess Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26011: Drainage of finger abscess; complicated (eg, felon)
Does Dr. Azer accept my insurance?
Dr. Azer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 481-1599 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azer accept in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Azer in East Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azer's office located?
Dr. Wageeh Azer's Primary Practice
579 Cranbury Rd Ste G
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 481-1599
What is Dr. Azer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255501375.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azer
What is Dr. Wageeh Azer's specialty?
Dr. Azer is a Surgeon near East Brunswick, NJ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Azer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wageeh Azer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azer is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian JFK University 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
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Is Wageeh Azer accepting new patients in East Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Wageeh Azer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wageeh Azer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azer's office at (732) 481-1599 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wageeh Azer?
Please contact Dr. Azer's office at (732) 481-1599 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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