Dr. Stephen Amaefuna, MD
Newark, NJ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amaefuna, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Stephen Amaefuna, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Amaefuna completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Amaefuna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amaefuna’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amaefuna’s office.
Where did Dr. Amaefuna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Amaefuna board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Amaefuna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Amaefuna speak?
Dr. Amaefuna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Amaefuna treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Amaefuna 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. Amaefuna. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Amaefuna perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Amaefuna may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amaefuna's office.
Does Dr. Amaefuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Amaefuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amaefuna accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Amaefuna in Newark, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Gorman-Rupp Co
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Amaefuna's office located?
What is Dr. Amaefuna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amaefuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205842408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amaefuna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amaefuna
What is Dr. Stephen Amaefuna's specialty?
Dr. Amaefuna is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Amaefuna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Amaefuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amaefuna is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Explore Pediatric Emergency 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 Stephen Amaefuna accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Amaefuna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Amaefuna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amaefuna's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Amaefuna?
Please contact Dr. Amaefuna's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Amaefuna have?
Dr. Stephen Amaefuna is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Newark, NJ
SS
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Shivani Shah, DO is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location.
Newark, NJ
UA
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Uchechi Azubuine, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location.
Newark, NJ
MB
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Bachman, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Newark, NJ
Connect with DR. Amaefuna
201 Lyons Ave
Newark, NJ 07112