Summary

Dr. Stephen Verdesca is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings 36 years of experience to his practice in heart and vascular care. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency training at Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Verdesca provides comprehensive cardiac care with expertise developed over more than three decades in the field. He is fluent in Italian, Spanish, and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Verdesca practices at Morristown Medical Center and sees patients at Morristown Cardiology Associates in Morristown, New Jersey. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. He performs heart imaging tests such as echocardiograms and contrast studies to evaluate heart function, along with stress tests to assess how the heart responds to physical activity. Patients have rated Dr. Verdesca 4.5 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Italian, Spanish, English
  • Rhode Island Hospital
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Morristown Cardiology Associates

435 South St Ste 120Morristown, NJ 07960

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
36 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Italian, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Morristown , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen Verdesca

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Stephen Verdesca has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stephen Verdesca has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Cardiologist
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Stephen Verdesca 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 Rhode Island Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1990.

NPI Number

Stephen Verdesca's NPI number is 1528032497.

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Which hospitals is Stephen Verdesca affiliated with?
Stephen Verdesca is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center.
Where is Stephen Verdesca's office located?
Stephen Verdesca's office is located at 435 South St Ste 120, Morristown, NJ, 07960.
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