Summary

Dr. Melinda Collins is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She completed her residency at Stony Brook University Hospital in 2014 and went on to pursue fellowship training in rheumatology at Northwell Health Center for Advanced Medicine, finishing in 2016. Dr. Collins holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Collins practices at HMH Rheumatology in Paramus, New Jersey, where she focuses on helping patients manage chronic joint and muscle conditions. Her expertise includes treating osteoarthritis, various forms of arthritis, and fibromyalgia. She performs joint injections to help reduce pain and inflammation for patients dealing with these challenging conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Northwell Health Center for Advanced Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

HMH - Rheumatology - Paramus

277 Forest Avenue Suite 208Paramus, NJ 07652

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4.8 
22 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Paramus , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: SACKLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melinda J Collins

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover Health
  • Consumer Health Network
  • Fidelis Care
  • First MCO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health)
  • Karna WTC
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare
  • Wellpoint

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melinda J Collins has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melinda J Collins has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine, 2014

American Board of Internal Medicine

Rheumatology, 2016

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Northwell Health Center for Advanced Medicine2016

Residency

Stony Brook University Hospital2014

Internship

Stony Brook University Hospital2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Melinda Collins speak?
Dr. Melinda Collins speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Melinda Collins's office located?
Dr. Melinda Collins's office is located at 277 Forest Avenue Suite 208, Paramus, NJ, 07652.
Does Dr. Melinda Collins accept my insurance?
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