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Dr. Allison Lam, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Obesity Medicine Specialist

Belleville, NJ

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lam, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Belleville, NJ?

    Dr. Allison Lam, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Belleville, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lam completed her residency at Morristown Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Lam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (973) 450-2000.

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

    • Residency: Morristown Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery | Albert Einstein Medical Center

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Lam board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Allison Lam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lam typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety from Medical Condition
    • Anxiety
    • Secondary anxiety disorder
    • Organic anxiety
    • Physical illness causing anxiety

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F064: Anxiety disorder due to known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lam typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Allison Lam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 450-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Belleville, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lam's office located?

    Clara Maass Medical Center

    1 Clara Maass Dr

    Belleville, NJ 07109

    (973) 450-2000

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    Dr. Allison Lam's Practice 2

    1 Diamond Hill Rd

    Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

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

    Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093759235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?

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

    What is Dr. Allison Lam's specialty?

    Dr. Lam is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Belleville, 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 Dr. Allison Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Riddle 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Allison Lam accepting new patients in Belleville, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Allison Lam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allison Lam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (973) 450-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allison Lam?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (973) 450-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lam's office located?

    Dr. Lam's offices are located in Belleville, NJ and Berkeley Heights, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Allison Lam have?

    Dr. Allison Lam is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.