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Dr. Howard Friedman, MD

Dr. Howard Friedman, MD

Dumont, NJ

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedman, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Dumont, NJ?

    Dr. Howard Friedman, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dumont, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Friedman graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Allergy And Immunology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (201) 384-0300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friedman?

    Dr. Howard Friedman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Friedman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dumont/NJ community, Dr. Friedman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Friedman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Allergy And Immunology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Brookdale Hopsital Medical Center | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Friedman board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?

    As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does Dr. Friedman perform?

    As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 384-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in Dumont, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?

    Dr. Howard Friedman's Primary Practice

    263 Washington Ave

    Dumont, NJ 07628

    (201) 384-0300

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    Dr. Howard Friedman's Practice 2

    95 N Washington Ave

    Bergenfield, NJ 07621

    (201) 384-0300

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    Dr. Howard Friedman's Practice 3

    3104 Bridgeboro Rd

    Delran, NJ 08075

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

    Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669496634.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Friedman's specialty?

    Dr. Friedman is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Dumont, NJ. Contact Dr. Friedman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Englewood Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Adolescent Medicine Specialist with 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 Howard Friedman accepting new patients in Dumont, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Friedman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (201) 384-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Friedman?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (201) 384-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Friedman have?

    Dr. Howard Friedman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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