Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hussain, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Monroe, NJ?
Dr. Aijaz Hussain, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroe, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hussain graduated from Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Hospital and completed his residency at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center. Dr. Hussain is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussain’s office.
Where did Dr. Hussain go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UMDNJ- Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (Geriatric Medicine)
Residency: Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center | MUHLENBERG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Hospital | Ravindra Nath Tagore Medical College
Is Dr. Hussain board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Aijaz Hussain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hussain speak?
Dr. Hussain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hussain typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
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:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hussain typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hussain performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hussain. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Hussain accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hussain accept in Monroe, NJ?
Dr. Hussain in Monroe, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
SAMBA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Hussain affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Hussain has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center,Freehold, NJ
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Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center,Freehold, NJ
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Saint Peter's University Hospital,New Brunswick, NJRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Saint Peter's University Hospital,New Brunswick, NJ
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center,Plainsboro, NJ
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center,Plainsboro, NJ
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
What is Dr. Hussain's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851364301.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussain
What is Dr. Aijaz Hussain's specialty?
Dr. Hussain is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Monroe, NJ.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is Dr. Aijaz Hussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hussain is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Saint Peter's University Hospital, Penn Medicine Princeton 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Aijaz Hussain accepting new patients in Monroe, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Aijaz Hussain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aijaz Hussain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aijaz Hussain?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?
Dr. Hussain's offices are located in Monroe, NJ, New Brunswick, NJ, and Cherry Hill, NJ.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aijaz Hussain have?
Dr. Aijaz Hussain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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