Nicholas Scarpa, MD | Jersey City, NJ | Rheumatologist

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Dr. Nicholas Scarpa specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School in Newark and completed his residency in internal medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center, followed by specialized fellowship training in rheumatology at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Campus. With 46 years of experience treating patients with rheumatic conditions, Dr. Scarpa maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Scarpa practices at Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center and sees patients in Jersey City, New Jersey. His clinical expertise includes treating osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and stiffness that can limit daily activities. He incorporates physical therapy approaches, strength training programs, and …manual therapy techniques into treatment plans to help patients maintain mobility and improve their quality of life. Patients rate Dr. Scarpa 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

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accepting new patients
4

42 Ratings
46 years of experience
50 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Rheumatology; Hackensack Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
12 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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42 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Doctor is very concerned and professional explain in detail answers questions in a way I can understand

April 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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The Physician gave a clear & concise explanation on treating my condition.Answered my questions.

February 28th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I was seeing this doctor from almost 25 years and he was treating my condition very well thanks doctor scarpa

October 5th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Scarpa has helped to control my arthritis for several years now. He's put me on Xeljnz and that has leveled off any or all flair-ups I may have been having.

October 17th, 2020 | Source: Partner

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Excellent

May 1st, 2020

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It was my first time visiting Dr. Scarpa and I was very impressed with his professionalism. He took his time listening to me, asking me many questions. He gave me many options he is truly a caring doctor. He doesn't make you feel like you are just a number. His warm caring mannerism made me feel very comfortable on my first my first visit. He is the BEST!!!

May 9th, 2019

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Due to the fact that people rate his nurses badly, I will not refer my father. He is elderly and does not need to be upset by nurses. This is a very important factor in finding a good doctor, that his staff is professional, kind and understanding. Thank you to all who posted about his staff.

February 9th, 2016

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There's a girl call Melissa who's very rude and nasty and doesn't know how to speak with patients and deny services to his patients without the doc even knowing

December 8th, 2015

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Hello! Dr Scarpa is amazing! Have no complains of him, has helped my mom throughout the years with her illness, the nurses that work with him however are extremely rude and incompetent! They treat the patient like they are worthless. My mom went in without an appointment because she was really sick and the front girl started yelling at her because she didn't call ahead. Excuse me, if she is sick it is an emergency, why should she need to call ahead!!! RIDICULOUS!!!

December 8th, 2015

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He is the most kind doctor and well-experienced person I have known. He is a awesome doctor over-all. Won't switch him for the world..:)

March 21st, 2012

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Rheumatology at Jersey City - Englewood Health Physician Network

600 Pavonia AveJersey City, NJ 07306

Tel: (201) 216-3050


Nicholas Scarpa, MD	Dr. Katherine G Nickerson, MD	Dr. Laura Berenice Geraldino Pardilla, MD	Dr. Placido Morano, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (42 Ratings)	4.1 (18 Ratings)	2.3 (6 Ratings)	4.3 (45 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks Spanish, French, Italian	Speaks Spanish, French
Jersey City , NJ	New York , NY	New York , NY	Brooklyn , NY
Med School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine	Med School: Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec) Fac De Ciencias De La Salud	Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza Facolta Di Farmacia E Medicina
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Rheumatology

Gout
Hip Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Osteoporosis
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tendinitis

Nicholas Scarpa holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Rheumatology; Hackensack Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj in 1980 and Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School in 1980.

NPI Number

Nicholas Scarpa's NPI number is 1770523433.

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