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.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic 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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15 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish
Paramus , NJNew York , NYEastchester , NYNew York , NY
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Melinda J Collins has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Melinda J Collins has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Melinda J Collins holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Melinda J Collins' NPI number is 1407146400.

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Melinda J Collins's office is located at 277 Forest Avenue Suite 208, Paramus, NJ, 07652.
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Melinda J Collins speaks English and Spanish.
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