Summary

Dr. Richard Vaz is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to providing comprehensive care for adult patients. He earned his medical degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Overlook Medical Center. With 32 years of clinical experience, Dr. Vaz brings extensive knowledge to his practice of internal medicine. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vaz practices at Newton Medical Center and sees patients at Premier Health Associates in Newton, New Jersey. His clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure and cholesterol disorders in both adults and younger patients. He provides preventive care services such as flu vaccinations and performs diagnostic testing including EKGs to monitor heart health. Patients have rated Dr. Vaz 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 32 years of experience
  • 63 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Overlook Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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. Richard Vaz has 2 locations

Premier Health Associates

123 Newton Sparta RdNewton, NJ 07860
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Newton Medical Center

175 High StNewton, NJ 07860

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Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Vaz

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - POS
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Vaz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Vaz has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Vaz holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Overlook Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Vaz's NPI number is 1790762706.

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