Summary

Dr. Richard Schweitzer specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across two essential areas of healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency training at Hunterdon Medical Center. With 27 years of clinical experience, Dr. Schweitzer has developed expertise in managing both routine family health needs and urgent medical situations. He is fluent in Spanish and English, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Schweitzer practices at Mountain Lakes Medical Center in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Clares Denville Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol. He performs breast cancer screening procedures, including specialized imaging studies and mammograms. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 27 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Hunterdon Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Mountain Lakes Medical Center

100 US Highway 46 Ste 204Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam
Mountain Lakes , NJBoca Raton , FLMilwaukee , WIDenton , TX
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Concordia University Wisconsin Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Joseph Schweitzer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Joseph Schweitzer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Joseph Schweitzer has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Joseph Schweitzer 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 Hunterdon Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Schweitzer's NPI number is 1194746560.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Schweitzer's office located?
Dr. Richard Schweitzer's office is located at 100 US Highway 46 Ste 204, Mountain Lakes, NJ, 07046.
Is Dr. Richard Schweitzer accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Schweitzer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Richard Schweitzer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Richard Schweitzer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Schweitzer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Schweitzer affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Schweitzer is affiliated with Saint Clares Denville Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Schweitzer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Schweitzer here on Vitals.

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