Summary

Meet Dr. Joseph Bellapianta

Dr. Bellapianta is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in the arthroscopic and open treatment of hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow, and wrist injuries, as well as joint replacement surgery, fracture care, and general orthopedics.

He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Bellapianta has published many scientific articles in peer-review journals and has presented this research at both national and international meetings.

Dr. Bellapianta completed a sports medicine fellowship at The Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, Florida. As a fellow, Dr. Bellapianta worked side-by-side with world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. This voluntary year of additional training provided him with intensive exposure to all aspects of non-operative and operative musculoskeletal patient care.

His team physician experience included coverage of Auburn University football and athletics, West Florida College athletics, and Flomaton, AL High School athletics. He worked closely with high-level college and professional athletes during this time developing the surgical and non-surgical skills needed to treat this population. During his fellowship, Dr. Bellapianta supported Dr. Andrews in the treatment of professional athletes from organizations such as the New York Yankees, Mets, Giants, Rangers and many other organizations across the country. 

Dr. Bellapianta performed his orthopedic surgery residency at Albany Medical Center mastering skills in trauma and joint reconstruction. At this high-volume regional medical center, he treated both routine and rare orthopedic injuries, only present in this type of setting.

He received his medical degree at Albany Medical College where he graduated Cum Laude and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He was the recipient of the Victor & Ethel Cermak Tompkins Alumni Scholarship at Albany Medical College for academic excellence. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology at Franklin & Marshall College and his Master's of Science degree in biology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. 

In his free time, Dr. Bellapianta enjoys spending time with his family, skiing, golfing, cycling, gardening, hiking, and fishing.

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Office Locations

Dr. Joseph M Bellapianta has 3 locations

Bellapianta Orthopaedics - Old Bridge

2204 Route 18 NOld Bridge, NJ 08857

Bellapianta Orthopaedics - Paramus

403 Sette DrParamus, NJ 07652

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 22 years of experience
  • 66 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian
  • The Andrews Institute
  • 81 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 4 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph M Bellapianta

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Progressive
  • Progressive - POS
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph M Bellapianta has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph M Bellapianta has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Ankle Disorders
  • Ankle Injuries
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Disorders
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Examiners,Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The Andrews Institute

Residency

Albany Medical Center

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 2004

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Bellapianta affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Bellapianta is affiliated with The Valley Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Bellapianta speak?
Dr. Joseph Bellapianta speaks Spanish and Italian.
Does Dr. Joseph Bellapianta accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Joseph Bellapianta accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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