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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amato, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Christopher Amato, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Amato graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and is currently affiliated with Morristown Memorial Hospital Emergency Department. Dr. Amato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amato’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amato’s office at (973) 971-5000.
Where did Dr. Amato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amato speak?
Dr. Amato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amato typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Amato 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. Amato. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amato typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Amato may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Amato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Amato accept my insurance?
Dr. Amato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 971-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amato accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Amato in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
State of New Jersey
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Amato's office located?
Morristown Memorial Hospital Emergency Department
100 Madison Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 971-5000
What is Dr. Amato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407897721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amato
What is Dr. Christopher Amato's specialty?
Dr. Amato is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Morristown, 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 this Dr. Christopher Amato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amato is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Christopher Amato accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Amato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Amato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amato's office at (973) 971-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Amato?
Please contact Dr. Amato's office at (973) 971-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Amato
Morristown Memorial Hospital Emergency Department
100 Madison Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960