Summary

Dr. Omer Farooq treats chronic kidney disease stage 5, chronic kidney disease, and hypertensive emergency, and practices internal medicine. He is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and completed a residency at Wayne State University. He sees patients in Newark and Lakewood, New Jersey, and Sugar Land, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Farooq 3.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wayne State University
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Omer Farooq has 3 locations

Apogee Physicians

201 Lyons Ave Ste A6Newark, NJ 07112
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dr. Omer Farooq

600 River AveLakewood, NJ 08701

Diagnostics Foot Specialists

15200 Southwest Fwy Ste 295Sugar Land, TX 77478

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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3.8 
3.5 
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4.6 
36 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish, Albanian, Turkish Speaks English
Newark , NJNew York , NYPaterson , NJTotowa , NJ
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: St.George’s University Med School: St. George University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Omer Farooq

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - HMO
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - CHIP
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Omer Farooq has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Omer Farooq has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wayne State University.

NPI Number

Dr. Farooq's NPI number is 1952333262.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Omer Farooq accepting new patients?
Dr. Omer Farooq has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Omer Farooq accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Omer Farooq accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Omer Farooq affiliated with?
Dr. Omer Farooq is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.
Does Dr. Omer Farooq accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Omer Farooq has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Omer Farooq's office located?
Dr. Omer Farooq's office is located at 201 Lyons Ave Ste A6, Newark, NJ, 07112.

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