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Dr. Thomas Ortiz, MD

Dr. Thomas Ortiz, MD

Newark, NJ

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ortiz, Family Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Thomas Ortiz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ortiz graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Mountainside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz’s office at (973) 483-3640.

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

    • Residency: Mountainside Hosp, Family Medicine | Mountainside Hospital | HackensackUMC Mountainside Program

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

    Is Dr. Ortiz board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Ortiz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ortiz speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ortiz treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, 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

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ortiz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Ortiz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortiz's office.

    Does Dr. Ortiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 483-3640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Ortiz also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Thomas Ortiz's Primary Practice

    465 Mount Prospect Ave

    Newark, NJ 07104

    (973) 483-3640

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

    Dr. Ortiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750312450.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Ortiz's specialty?

    Dr. Ortiz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ortiz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Ortiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family 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 Thomas Ortiz accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Ortiz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Ortiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (973) 483-3640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ortiz?

    Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (973) 483-3640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ortiz have?

    Dr. Thomas Ortiz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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