Dr. Melvin Polkow, MD
Pulmonologist
610.6 mi · 160 Essex St, Lodi, NJ 07644
At a glance
5.00 stars (8 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 33 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
Works at HMH Medical Group Pulmonology, Lodi
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Allergic Cough
Asthma
Bronchitis
Cystic Fibrosis
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer Screening
Pulmonology Consultation
Sleep Problems
Allergic Cough
Asthma
Bronchitis
Cystic Fibrosis
More about Dr. Melvin Polkow, MD
Dr. Melvin Polkow sees patients at Northern NJ Pulmonary Associates, PC. which is part of the Hackensack Meridian Network.
He has a thorough training including an internship and a residency from Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. Polkow proudly looks after the Hackensack, NJ community.
Dr. Polkow was awarded his medical degree at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. Additionally, he completed a fellowship at the State University of New York, Stony Brook, Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Dr. Polkow is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center. He is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, the American College of Physicians, and the American Thoracic Society.
Dr. Polkow is passionate about ensuring that he has all the tools available in order to make appropriate critical care decisions while caring for his patients.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
Lenox Hill Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Lenox Hill Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
State University of New York, Stony Brook, Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Fellowship Pulmonary Medicine
Practice
HMH Medical Group Pulmonology, Lodi
Affiliation
Hackensack University Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (Internal Medicine)
Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine)
Professional memberships
American College of Chest Physicians
American College of Physicians
American Thoracic Society
New York Academy of Sciences
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1972677169
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.25
Bedside manner
4.88
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8 reviews
Most relevant
Wait time was not too bad - as expected. Beautiful facility. Courteous staff.
More than 1 year agoMS
Pleased Dr. Polkow very patient and answered all my questions.
More than 1 year agoCA
Efficient, pleasant staff. Dr. competent and pleasant.
More than 1 year agoMD
Good.
More than 1 year agoJM
OK.
More than 1 year agoLM
Very pleasant.
More than 1 year agoEJ
Excellent.
More than 1 year agoGS
My visit was just fine.
More than 1 year agoJG
Which hospital is Dr. Melvin Polkow affiliated with?
Dr. Melvin Polkow is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Melvin Polkow work with?
Dr. Melvin Polkow works with HMH Medical Group Pulmonology, Lodi.
Where is Dr. Melvin Polkow's office located?
Dr. Melvin Polkow's office is located at 160 Essex St, Lodi, NJ 07644.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melvin Polkow have?
Dr. Melvin Polkow is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (Internal Medicine), and Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Melvin Polkow?
Dr. Melvin Polkow frequently sees patients for Asthma, Bronchitis, Cystic Fibrosis , Pulmonology Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Melvin Polkow on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Melvin Polkow speak?
Dr. Melvin Polkow speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Melvin Polkow in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Melvin Polkow. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.