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Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD

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(Elkin A. Nunez, MD)

(333 Ratings)

Specializes in: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism and General Practice

Ross University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: pituitary disorders, adrenal tumor, metabolic disorders, and more.

333 Mount Hope Avenue Suite 230
Rockaway, NJ 07866

(973) 895-6606

Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD is an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ specializing in endocrinology diabetes & metabolism and general practice. He graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD is affiliated with Atlantic Health System, Hackettstown Medical Center, Newton Hospital, Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Medical Group, Morristown Medical Center and Diabetes Center and Endocrine Institute.

Office Locations

435 South Street Suite 340A
Morristown, NJ 07960

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653 Willow Grove Street
Hackettstown, NJ 07840

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Morristown Medical Center

333 Mount Hope Avenue Suite 230
Rockaway, NJ 07866

(973) 895-6606

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Some issues Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“An endocrinologist at Morristown, Dr. Elkin Nunez, made the connection after analyzing her lab results.”—"BEST HOSPITALS: New Jersey woman's brain tumor removed through nose in high-tech operation at Morristown Medical Center", New York Daily News, July 2015

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	256
hospital care	480
inpatient care	480

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	373
hospital care	349
inpatient care	349

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	196
Female	153

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	285
Black	27
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	23
Less than 65	84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	72
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	30
Heart Failure	48
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	75
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	413
hospital care	266
inpatient care	266

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	205
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	300
Black	25
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	24
Less than 65	85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	67
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	75
Dementia	16
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	464
hospital care	228
inpatient care	228

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	418
Female	408

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	664
Black	42
Hispanic	72
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	366
From 75 to 84	244
85 and over	56
Less than 65	160

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	69
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	75
Dementia	14
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	406
hospital care	120
inpatient care	120

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	274
Black	29
Hispanic	41
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	27
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	75
Dementia	16
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	489
hospital care	83
inpatient care	83

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	285
Black	23
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	169
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	28
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	59
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	74
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	75
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	696

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	208
Female	206

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	320
Black	25
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	36
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	74
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	622
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	311
Black	20
Hispanic	50
Asian	17
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	187
From 75 to 84	120
85 and over	41
Less than 65	67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	75
Dementia	16
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	341

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	214

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	318
Black	23
Hispanic	45
Asian	11
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	26
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	73
Dementia	12
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	535

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	214

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	333
Black	17
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	27
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	73
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	553

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	244

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	351
Black	15
Hispanic	42
Asian	17
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	143
85 and over	34
Less than 65	67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	74
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Morristown, NJ were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	468
hospital care	221
inpatient care	221

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD.

**Gender**
Female	198
Male	199

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	22
Asian / Pacific Islander	4
Non-Hispanic White	312
Hispanic	38
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	5

**Age**
85 and over	29
75 to 84	112
Less than 65	72
65 to 74	183

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD treated were diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	67
Atrial Fibrillation	17
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Margaretville Hospital. He has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine

Residency: Margaretville Hospital

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Atlantic Health System

Hackettstown Medical Center

Newton Hospital

Chilton Medical Center

Atlantic Medical Group

Morristown Medical Center

Diabetes Center and Endocrine Institute

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: QualCare, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, EmblemHealth, Humana Medicare Advantage, AmeriHealth, Medicare Advantage, Aetna, Railroad Medicare, First Health PPO, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Fidelis Care, Consumer Health Network, WellPoint, Fairos, Brighton Health Plan Solutions, Aetna Whole Health, Claim Watcher, UPMC Health Plan for Life Dual, World Trade Center Health Program, Occunet, PA Health & Wellness, Oscar Health Insurance, First MCO, Claim Doc, Aetna Medicare Prime, Morris County Correctional, Highmark WholeCare, AmBetter, Longevity Health Plan, Aetna Better Health, Aetna Exchange Plans (CVS) and Centivo.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

QualCare

United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

EmblemHealth

Humana Medicare Advantage

AmeriHealth

Medicare Advantage

Aetna

Railroad Medicare

First Health PPO

US Family Health Plan

United Healthcare

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Fidelis Care

Consumer Health Network

WellPoint

Fairos

Brighton Health Plan Solutions

Aetna Whole Health

Claim Watcher

UPMC Health Plan for Life Dual

World Trade Center Health Program

Occunet

PA Health & Wellness

Oscar Health Insurance

First MCO

Claim Doc

Aetna Medicare Prime

Morris County Correctional

Highmark WholeCare

AmBetter

Longevity Health Plan

Aetna Better Health

Aetna Exchange Plans (CVS)

Centivo

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 333 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Morristown, NJ.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Elkin Armando Nunez, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc	$3,570 Somatuline Depot 120mg-.5ml $3,570
Novo Nordisk Inc	$1,041 Ozempic $268	Tresiba $144	RYBELSUS $136	Victoza $95	NovoLog $75	Other $323
Lilly USA, LLC	$544 MOUNJARO $185	JARDIANCE $143	TRULICITY $86	BAQSIMI $43	HUMALOG $41	Other $47
Abbott Laboratories	$376 Freestyle Libre 2 $154	FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 $103	FreeStyle Libre $53	Confirm Rx $20	FreeStyle Libre Pro $17	Other $29
MannKind Corporation	$352 AFREZZA $352
Other	$2,451 Omnipod $183	INPEN SMART INSULIN DELIVERY SYSTEM $178	Minimed 670G System $157	Prolia $142	t-slim insulin pump $106	Other $1,686

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,623
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$3,328
Gift	$238
Education	$146

Biography

Dr. Elkin Nunez is a specialist in general practice and endocrinology in Morristown, NJ, Hackettstown, NJ, and Rockaway, NJ. Dr. Nunez's areas of expertise include the following: diabetes, adrenal tumor, and thyroid problems. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Blue California, Coventry, and TRICARE seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Nunez accepts. He is a graduate of Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Nunez is professionally affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Medical Group, and Newton Hospital. Atlantic Health System reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Hackettstown, NJ.