Summary

Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Melissa Alvarez-Downing's practice. She treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency, and performs surgical pathology. She is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is affiliated with Mount Sinai West. She sees patients in Newark, New Jersey. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alvarez-Downing 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Rutgers Health Surgical Oncology

90 Bergen St DOC 7th FloorNewark, NJ 07103

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Newark , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PANew York , NY
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa M Alvarez-Downing

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Melissa M Alvarez-Downing has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Melissa M Alvarez-Downing has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

Melissa M Alvarez-Downing is board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

NPI Number

Melissa M Alvarez-Downing's NPI number is 1306068788.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melissa Alvarez-Downing accepting new patients?
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Does Melissa Alvarez-Downing accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Melissa Alvarez-Downing affiliated with?
Melissa Alvarez-Downing is affiliated with Mount Sinai West.
Where is Melissa Alvarez-Downing's office located?
Melissa Alvarez-Downing's office is located at 90 Bergen St DOC 7th Floor, Newark, NJ, 07103.

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