Dr. John Bach, MD

Newark, NJ

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Who is Dr. Bach, Physiatrist in Newark, NJ?

Dr. John Bach, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Bach graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Nyu Langone Medical Center. Dr. Bach is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bach’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bach’s office at (973) 972-2802.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bach?

Dr. John Bach, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist 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. Bach empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Neuromuscular Disorders, Post Polio Syndrome/Rehabilitation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newark, NJ community, Dr. Bach is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Nyu Langone Medical Center
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

Is Dr. Bach board certified as a Physiatrist?

Yes, Dr. John Bach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

What languages does Dr. Bach speak?

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

English
French
Spanish

What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bach typically treat?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bach 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. Bach. 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:

Dependence on Ventilator
Respirator Dependence
Breathing Machine Reliance
Long-term Ventilation

ICD-10 Codes:

Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

Also known as:

Chronic Respiratory Failure
Respiratory Failure
Long-term lung failure
Ongoing breathing failure
Chronic lung insufficiency

ICD-10 Codes:

J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

Also known as:

Generalized Muscle Weakness
Muscle Disorder
Overall Body Weakness
Widespread Muscle Weakness
Systemic Muscle Weakness

ICD-10 Codes:

M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

Also known as:

Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular Dystrophy
DMD
BMD
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Becker Muscular Dystrophy

ICD-10 Codes:

G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy

Also known as:

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
ALS
Lou Gehrig's Disease
Motor Neuron Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Also known as:

Difficulty Walking
Walking Problems
Trouble Walking
Impaired Gait

ICD-10 Codes:

R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bach typically perform?

As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. John Bach may include:

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

Does Dr. Bach accept my insurance?

Dr. Bach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2802 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Bach accept in Newark, NJ?

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

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Bach's office located?

Doc 3100

30 Bergen St

Newark, NJ 07107

(973) 972-2802

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What hospitals are Dr. Bach affiliated with?

Dr. Bach has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

University Hospital - Newark,Newark, NJ

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

Dr. Bach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295749422.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bach?

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

What is Dr. John Bach's specialty?

Dr. Bach is a Physiatrist near Newark, NJ.

What does a Physiatrist do?

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

Is Dr. John Bach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Bach is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital - Newark. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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