Summary

Dr. Michael Basista is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for nearly five decades. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency training at Overlook Medical Center. With 49 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Basista brings extensive knowledge to his practice serving patients of all ages. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Basista is affiliated with The Valley Hospital and practices at Mountainside Immedicenter locations in Clifton and Bloomfield, New Jersey. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure in both adults and children, as well as treating high cholesterol in pediatric patients. He provides preventive care services including flu vaccinations, shingles vaccines, and other adult immunizations. Patients rate Dr. Basista highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 49 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Overlook Medical Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Michael Basista has 2 locations

Mountainside - Immedicenter Urgent and Primary Care

557 Broad StBloomfield, NJ 07003

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4.9 
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49 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Arabic, Spanish Speaks English, Russian, Uzbek, Turkish, Ukrainian
Clifton , NJNew York , NYYonkers , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine Med School: Rawalpindi Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Basista

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Michael Basista has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michael Basista has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Michael Basista holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Overlook Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1977.

NPI Number

Michael Basista's NPI number is 1639112501.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Michael Basista affiliated with?
Michael Basista is affiliated with The Valley Hospital.
Where is Michael Basista's office located?
Michael Basista's office is located at 1355 Broad St, Clifton, NJ, 07013.
Is Michael Basista accepting new patients?
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Does Michael Basista accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Michael Basista accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Michael Basista accepts on their Vitals profile.

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