Summary

Dr. Joel Kurtz specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and diseases. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at New York Medical College. With 43 years of experience in gastroenterology, Dr. Kurtz brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kurtz is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Lakewood, Toms River, and Brick. He treats conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive health issues. Patients rate Dr. Kurtz an average of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 43 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York Medical College
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz has 5 locations

Gastroenterology Associates Of Ocean County

475 Highway 70 Ste 103Lakewood, NJ 08701
Mon9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Shore Outpatient Surgicenter

360 Highway 70Lakewood, NJ 08701
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Community Medical Center

99 Route 37 WToms River, NJ 08755

Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz

1659 Route 88 Ste 2BBrick, NJ 08724

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Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz, MDJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. David S. WeinbergDr. Steven A. Gorcey, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
4.1 
4.6 
43 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Lakewood , NJSACRAMENTO , CAPhiladelphia , PAEatontown , NJ
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: New York University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz

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

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Howard Kurtz has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Medical College

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Joel Kurtz speak?
Dr. Joel Kurtz speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Joel Kurtz's office located?
Dr. Joel Kurtz's office is located at 475 Highway 70 Ste 103, Lakewood, NJ, 08701.
Does Dr. Joel Kurtz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Kurtz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Joel Kurtz accepting new patients?
Dr. Joel Kurtz is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Joel Kurtz's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Kurtz affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Kurtz is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.

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