Summary

Dr. Robert Berkowitz is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine, bringing over four decades of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in Korean and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Berkowitz practices at multiple locations throughout Hackensack, New Jersey, including Hackensack University Medical Center and the specialized Heart Failure and PAH Program. His clinical focus centers on treating heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and high blood pressure. He performs diagnostic procedures such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Berkowitz highly, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Lester Berkowitz has 5 locations

Advanced Heart Failure And Pulmonary Hypertension

20 Prospect Ave Ste 201Hackensack, NJ 07601
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

HUMC Heart Failure and PAH Program

20 Prospect AveHackensack, NJ 07601

HUMC Heart Failure and PAH Program

20 Prospect Ave Ste 807Hackensack, NJ 07601

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42 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Korean, Spanish Speaks Gujarati Speaks Chinese, English Speaks Russian, Spanish
Hackensack , NJNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Shandong Medical Univ Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Lester Berkowitz

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Principal Financial Group
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Lester Berkowitz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Lester Berkowitz has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Berkowitz's NPI number is 1437217973.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Robert Berkowitz's office located?
Dr. Robert Berkowitz's office is located at 20 Prospect Ave Ste 201, Hackensack, NJ, 07601.
Does Dr. Robert Berkowitz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Berkowitz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Robert Berkowitz accepting new patients?
Dr. Robert Berkowitz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Robert Berkowitz speak?
Dr. Robert Berkowitz speaks Korean and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Berkowitz?
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