Primary Care In New Jersey
Hackensack Meridian Health - Your Trusted Primary Care Partner
We are New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive network, with the experts and resources for all your health care needs. Whether you woke up with a sore throat or have an ongoing medical condition, our primary care providers offer personalized and convenient care to help you live your healthiest life.We’re Here When You Need Us
- When You’re Sick: We have primary care providers who can see you right away to treat your illness.
- When It’s Time for a Wellness Exam: It’s important to visit a primary care provider for a yearly wellness exam. This will keep you up to date on health screenings, tests and immunizations. Early detection can help prevent serious conditions.
- When You Need Ongoing Care: We diagnose and help you manage chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure and arthritis.
Primary Care Services We Offer
When You’re Not Feeling Well
- Sick visits – sore throat, earache, allergy, cold and flu
- Treatment of chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure and arthritis
- Minor skin procedures and injections
- Evaluation and treatment of depression, anxiety and mood disorders
- Virtual visits 24/7
Wellness Exams and More
A wellness appointment is an opportunity for you and your provider to establish open communication. Our wellness exams and services include:- Review of your health history
- Comprehensive physical exam
- Work, camp, school or sports physical
- Pediatrics & children's health
- Discussion of mental and physical health concerns
- Review and prescribing of medications
- Screenings and immunizations
- Establishing a plan for your health and wellness
- Management of chronic conditions
- Workers’ comp liabilities with pre-approval of insurance
- Clearance for surgery
- Geriatric medicine and memory assessments
- Health education
- Diet and nutrition support
Testing and Diagnostics
- Imaging and radiology services
- Rapid testing for strep, flu, mononucleosis and urinary tract infection
- Blood pressure and weight
- Pap smear
- Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) testing
Convenient Care After Hours and Weekends
For an illness or medical problem that needs care right away – on evenings and weekends – Hackensack Meridian Health offers after hours and urgent care options. Our teams communicate and coordinate care with your doctor’s office.
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Manage Your Health Anytime, Anywhere
Hackensack Meridian Health has powered MyChart with everything you need to manage your health. No more phone calls to your doctor’s office. Just log on anytime, anywhere.
- Secure messaging with your existing health care provider
- Test results and provider’s comments
- Answers to your medical questions
- Prescription refills
- Health screening reminders
Frequently Asked Questions
A Primary Care Provider is your main health care provider and your long-term partner in health. They are your first point of contact for most medical needs, from routine check-ups and preventive screenings to managing illnesses and chronic conditions. They also coordinate your care by referring you to specialists when necessary. Find a PCP now.
Your PCP provides a wide range of essential health services, including:
- Annual physicals and wellness visits
- Preventive care and health screenings
- Management of chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and high blood pressure
- Treatment for common illnesses (e.g., cold, flu) and minor injuries
- Vaccinations and immunizations
Hackensack Meridian Health offers several types of PCPs to meet different needs:
- Family Medicine: Cares for patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.
- Internal Medicine: Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of adults.
- Geriatricians: Focus on the unique health needs of older adults.
- Pediatricians: Specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents.
We offer virtual visits (telehealth), allowing you to connect with your provider from the comfort of your home for many types of appointments.
We offer primary care across New Jersey — from Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Sussex and Union counties in the north to Middlesex, Monmouth, Burlington and Ocean counties in the central and south. Find a care location now.
