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New patients

Everything you need before your first visit.

We are accepting new patients. Walk in during office hours or book a time online.

Walk-ins are welcome

You do not need an appointment for your first visit. Walk in during our business hours and we will take care of you. If you prefer to schedule ahead, you can book online.

New Patient Intake Forms

Download and print your intake forms before your visit to save time at the front desk. You can fill them out digitally and print, or print blank and complete by hand.

Print New Patient Forms

Patient Portal

Access your health records, view lab results, request prescription refills, and message your care team through the Elation Health patient portal.

Access Patient Portal

Come prepared

What to bring

  • Valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, or state ID)
  • Insurance card
  • List of current medications and dosages
  • Any relevant medical records or test results
  • List of allergies
  • Questions or concerns you want to discuss

What happens

Your first visit, step by step

  1. Walk In or Book Online

    You can walk in during business hours without an appointment, or book an in-office visit online with the Book Online button. Online booking does not need a portal account.

  2. Check In at the Front Desk

    Arrive a few minutes early if it's your first visit. Our staff will get you checked in and verify your insurance.

  3. Meet with Dr. Ucheagwu

    Dr. Ucheagwu will review your health history, listen to your concerns, and develop a care plan tailored to you.

  4. Prescriptions and Lab Work

    If needed, prescriptions can be filled in our on-site pharmacy and bloodwork done without leaving the building.

Coverage

Insurance information

We accept Medicare; Medicare Advantage plans from AARP/UnitedHealthcare (including Dual Complete), Wellcare (Fidelis Dual Align and Assist), Braven Health and Clover Health; NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) through UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, Fidelis Care (Wellcare) and Aetna Better Health of New Jersey; Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ (including OMNIA, Direct Access, Advantage EPO, HMO, POS, PPO, NJ Direct and NJ Educators); and Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, UMR, Ambetter and Oscar.

We do not accept Horizon NJ Health or Humana at this time. For Aetna Medicare Advantage, please ask our front desk.

If you are uninsured or unsure about your coverage, call us at (201) 332-7077 and we will help figure out your options.

Ready for your first visit?

No appointment needed. Walk in or book online.