Summary

Dr. Naveen Ballem treats obesity and overweight, pediatric obesity, and GERD, and performs sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices surgery and sees patients in Bridgewater and Glen Ridge, New Jersey, with an affiliation at Clara Maass Medical Center.

He completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ballem 4.77 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 26 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Harlem Hospital Center
  • 31 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Naveen Ballem has 2 locations

New York Bariatric Group

1121 US Highway 22 Ste 205Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Dr. Naveen Ballem

230 Sherman AveGlen Ridge, NJ 07028

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Korean Speaks English, Armenian, Spanish, French, Arabic, Hebrew
Bridgewater , NJBasking Ridge , NJPhiladelphia , PANew York , NY
Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Naveen Ballem

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Naveen Ballem has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Naveen Ballem has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Bariatric Medicine
  • Obesity
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Harlem Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Ballem's NPI number is 1306971874.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Naveen Ballem speak?
Dr. Naveen Ballem speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Naveen Ballem accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Naveen Ballem accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Naveen Ballem affiliated with?
Dr. Naveen Ballem is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Naveen Ballem's office located?
Dr. Naveen Ballem's office is located at 1121 US Highway 22 Ste 205, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807.

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