Summary

Dr. Peter Scalia specializes in thoracic surgery and cardiovascular surgery, focusing on complex heart and chest procedures. He completed his university education at St. Peters College before pursuing residency training at University Hospital in 1988 and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 1989. Dr. Scalia further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at Erie County Medical Center in 1991. He earned board certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery from the American Board of Thoracic Surgery in 1995. Dr. Scalia is fluent in both Italian and English.

Dr. Scalia practices at Jersey Shore Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery in Wall, New Jersey. He treats patients with serious conditions including aortic aneurysms and pleural empyema. His surgical expertise includes performing abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery and aortic valve replacement procedures. He also performs coronary artery bypass graft surgery to restore blood flow to the heart. Patients rate Dr. Scalia 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kaleida Health System
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Jersey Shore Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery

1540 State Route 138Wall, NJ 07719

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43 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Wall , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PABrooklyn , NY
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Peter D Scalia

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Progressive
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Peter D Scalia has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Peter D Scalia has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Peter D Scalia holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

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 Kaleida Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1983.

NPI Number

Peter D Scalia's NPI number is 1285633321.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Peter Scalia accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Peter Scalia has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Peter Scalia accepting new patients?
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Does Peter Scalia accept my insurance?
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Where is Peter Scalia's office located?
Peter Scalia's office is located at 1540 State Route 138, Wall, NJ, 07719.
What languages does Peter Scalia speak?
Peter Scalia speaks English.

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