Summary

Dr. Alan Plauka is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lutheran Medical Center. With 42 years of experience in practice, he brings extensive knowledge to adult healthcare and internal medicine. Dr. Plauka is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Plauka practices at multiple NJ MedCare locations in Elizabeth and Linden, New Jersey, as well as at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He also provides breast cancer screening services for early detection and prevention. Patients rate Dr. Plauka 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Lutheran Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr Alan R Plauka has 4 locations

Nj Medcare

1150 Dickinson StElizabeth, NJ 07201
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

NJ MedCare, Elizabeth, NJ

240 Williamson St Ste 402Elizabeth, NJ 07202

NJ MedCare, Linden, NJ

520 N Wood AveLinden, NJ 07036

Trinitas Regional Medical Center

225 Williamson StElizabeth, NJ 07202

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Arabic
Elizabeth , NJBRANCHBURG , NJNew York , NYNorth Bergen , NJ
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Alan R Plauka

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr Alan R Plauka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Alan R Plauka has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lutheran Medical Center

Medical School

St Georges University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Is Dr Alan Plauka accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr Alan Plauka's office located?
Dr Alan Plauka's office is located at 1150 Dickinson St, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201.
What languages does Dr Alan Plauka speak?
Dr Alan Plauka speaks Spanish and French.
Does Dr Alan Plauka accept my insurance?
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Does Dr Alan Plauka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Alan Plauka has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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