RP
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pelletier, Transplant Surgeon in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Ronald Pelletier, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Pelletier graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Pelletier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelletier’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelletier’s office at (732) 235-8695.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pelletier?
Dr. Ronald Pelletier, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pelletier empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Pancreas & Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Brunswick, NJ community, Dr. Pelletier is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pelletier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Ohio State University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Pelletier board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Pelletier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pelletier speak?
Dr. Pelletier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Pelletier typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Pelletier 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. Pelletier. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Pelletier typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Pelletier may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pelletier's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pelletier accept my insurance?
Dr. Pelletier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-8695 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pelletier accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Pelletier in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pelletier's office located?
Dr. Ronald Pelletier's Primary Practice
10 Plum St Fl 7
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 235-8695
Dr. Ronald Pelletier's Practice 3
Rutgers Health-Rwj Neurosurgery Faculty Suite 2200
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
What is Dr. Pelletier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pelletier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770538258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelletier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelletier
What is Dr. Ronald Pelletier's specialty?
Dr. Pelletier is a Transplant Surgeon near New Brunswick, NJ.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Ronald Pelletier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pelletier is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Ronald Pelletier accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Pelletier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Pelletier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pelletier's office at (732) 235-8695 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Pelletier?
Please contact Dr. Pelletier's office at (732) 235-8695 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Pelletier have?
Dr. Ronald Pelletier is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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