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Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD

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(98 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Pulmonology and Adult Critical Care

The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Professional interests include: heart palpitations, immunization (preventive vaccines), sleep apnea, and more.

142 Palisade Avenue Room 205
Jersey City, NJ 07306

(201) 653-4247

Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD is a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ specializing in adult pulmonology and adult critical care. He graduated from The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD is affiliated with RWJBarnabas Health, Jersey City Medical Center, Englewood Health and MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC.

Office Locations

Jersey City Medical Center

142 Palisade Avenue Room 205
Jersey City, NJ 07306

(201) 653-4247

(201) 653-4798

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95 Old Short Hills Road
West Orange, NJ 07052

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Some issues Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD can help you with:

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

blood draw

blood draw for lab tests

flu shot

flu vaccine

immunization

phlebotomy for lab tests

vaccines

venipuncture

In 2023, Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD had a list price for blood draw, blood draw for lab tests, flu shot, flu vaccine, immunization (preventive vaccines), phlebotomy for lab tests, vaccines, and venipuncture (phlebotomy) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within New Jersey. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	113
breathing treatment	22
catheterization	13
doctor visit	1030
hospital care	1469
inpatient care	1469
preventive care	66
pulmonary testing	39
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11
vaccines	66

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	295

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	203
Black	70
Hispanic	150
Asian	39
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	106
Less than 65	57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, ischemic heart disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	64
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	53
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	46
Diabetes	59
Dementia	31
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2014 were inpatient care, hospital care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	190
breathing treatment	15
cardiac procedures	32
catheterization	13
doctor visit	1170
hospital care	1433
inpatient care	1433
mental health therapy	20
nursing home care	79
preventive care	93
pulmonary testing	28
vaccines	93
vascular procedures	32
weight management	20

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	337

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	219
Black	89
Hispanic	191
Asian	43
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	187
85 and over	103
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	48
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	59
Dementia	27
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	210
chronic care	13
doctor visit	1328
hospital care	1255
inpatient care	1255
preventive care	99
vaccines	99

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	400
Female	664

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	374
Black	170
Hispanic	396
Asian	86
Other	38
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	430
From 75 to 84	354
85 and over	170
Less than 65	110

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	56
Dementia	26
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, vascular procedures and cardiac procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	163
breathing treatment	16
cardiac procedures	189
chronic care	51
doctor visit	1199
hospital care	828
inpatient care	828
mental health therapy	70
preventive care	75
pulmonary testing	30
vaccines	63
vascular procedures	221
weight management	70

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	239
Female	382

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	189
Black	89
Hispanic	279
Asian	46
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	258
From 75 to 84	206
85 and over	87
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	57
Dementia	27
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	132
cardiac procedures	21
doctor visit	1218
hospital care	1065
inpatient care	1065
mental health therapy	23
nursing home care	81
preventive care	11
vaccines	11
vascular procedures	27
weight management	23

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	319

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	181
Black	79
Hispanic	205
Asian	41
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	186
85 and over	80
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	59
Dementia	30
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	124
cardiac procedures	16
doctor visit	1119
hospital care	1039
inpatient care	1039
vascular procedures	26

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	199
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	174
Black	75
Hispanic	179
Asian	45
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	150
85 and over	88
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	64
Dementia	31
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	61
doctor visit	1125
hospital care	1122
inpatient care	1122

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	297

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	155
Black	68
Hispanic	195
Asian	41
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	161
85 and over	75
Less than 65	64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	62
Dementia	26
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	99
doctor visit	844
hospital care	850
inpatient care	850

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	290

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	153
Black	52
Hispanic	181
Asian	46
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	167
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	80
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	57
Dementia	25
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	32
doctor visit	890
hospital care	571
inpatient care	571

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	178
Female	271

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	149
Black	63
Hispanic	166
Asian	46
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	154
85 and over	72
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	55
Dementia	23
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	35
doctor visit	872
hospital care	712
inpatient care	712
preventive care	11
vaccines	11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	57
Hispanic	158
Asian	49
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	159
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	68
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	55
Dementia	16
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	14
doctor visit	870
hospital care	373
inpatient care	373
preventive care	14
vaccines	14

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	156
Female	244

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	52
Hispanic	144
Asian	49
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	139
85 and over	67
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	21
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	55
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated as a pulmonologist in Jersey City, NJ were inpatient care, hospital care, blood draw and nursing home care.

blood draw	106
cardiac procedures	64
catheterization	13
chronic care	32
doctor visit	1060
hospital care	974
inpatient care	974
mental health therapy	37
nursing home care	80
preventive care	52
pulmonary testing	32
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11
vaccines	51
vascular procedures	76
weight management	37

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	211
Female	330

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	78
Asian / Pacific Islander	48
Non-Hispanic White	187
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	204
Other	11

**Age**
75 to 84	182
85 and over	90
Less than 65	65
65 to 74	204

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	18
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	58
Atrial Fibrillation	16
Dementia	25
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD graduated from The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. He completed residency at Interfaith Medical Center. He is certified by the Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine) and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Residency: Interfaith Medical Center

Board Certification: Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

RWJBarnabas Health

Jersey City Medical Center

Englewood Health

MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC

Insurance Information

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Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MultiPlan, MHBP, GHI CBP, Oscar, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Humana National POS - Open Access, Aetna POS, MVP Health Care, MagnaCare, Vytra, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, Trustmark , Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Oxford Medicare Advantage, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, EmblemHealth, CIGNA Open Access Plus, QualCare, AmeriHealth HMO, AmeriHealth PPO, AmeriHealth, WellCare, AARP, Medicaid Managed Care, Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare, GEHA, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Medicaid, Railroad Medicare, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP HMO, MagnaCare PPO, First Health, Beech Street, EmblemHealth EPO, WellPoint, Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana ChoiceCare Network, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, CHAMPVA, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), APWU Health Plan, Aetna Whole Health HMO, QualCare Worker's Comp, QualCare PPO, HIP PRIME HMO, Health Partners, Railroad Medicare NJ, Freedom, Dual Complete, Local 825, Aetna Medicare Managed Care, Meritan Health, NALC, Garden State Network, Traditional, Aetna Whole Health PPO, Commercial and Marketplace, OMNIA Tier 1, HIP PRIME PPO, UMR, Metro, QualCare EPO, Aetna Assure Premier Plus, Blue Priority, Aetna FIDE-SNP, DVA, Clover Health, Aetna Better Health of New Jersey, QualCare FEHB, APWU, Value Network (Exchange Plan), MVP Health Care PPO, Empire Plan (NYSHIP), Medica, NALC Health Benefit Plan, Nippon Life Insurance Co of America, Compass Benefit (Exchange), Medsolutions, GEHA Health Plan, QualCare HMO, River Valley, Federal Employee Program, Nippon Life Benefits, NJ Carpenters Fund and Liberty.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

MultiPlan

MHBP

GHI CBP

Oscar

United Healthcare PPO

United Healthcare POS

United Healthcare HMO

United Healthcare EPO

Humana National POS - Open Access

Aetna POS

MVP Health Care

MagnaCare

Vytra

Great-West Healthcare

TRICARE

Community Care Network (CCN)

Coventry

Trustmark

Aetna PPO

Aetna HMO

Oxford Medicare Advantage

Group Health Incorporated (GHI)

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA HMO

EmblemHealth

CIGNA Open Access Plus

QualCare

AmeriHealth HMO

AmeriHealth PPO

AmeriHealth

WellCare

AARP

Medicaid Managed Care

Medicare Advantage

UnitedHealthcare

United Healthcare

GEHA

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

Medicaid

Railroad Medicare

Humana

Cigna

1199SEIU

Fidelis Care

HIP PPO

HIP HMO

MagnaCare PPO

First Health

Beech Street

EmblemHealth EPO

WellPoint

Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

Humana ChoiceCare Network

Aetna

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

CHAMPVA

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

APWU Health Plan

Aetna Whole Health HMO

QualCare Worker's Comp

QualCare PPO

HIP PRIME HMO

Health Partners

Railroad Medicare NJ

Freedom

Dual Complete

Local 825

Aetna Medicare Managed Care

Meritan Health

NALC

Garden State Network

Traditional

Aetna Whole Health PPO

Commercial and Marketplace

OMNIA Tier 1

HIP PRIME PPO

UMR

Metro

QualCare EPO

Aetna Assure Premier Plus

Blue Priority

Aetna FIDE-SNP

DVA

Clover Health

Aetna Better Health of New Jersey

QualCare FEHB

APWU

Value Network (Exchange Plan)

MVP Health Care PPO

Empire Plan (NYSHIP)

Medica

NALC Health Benefit Plan

Nippon Life Insurance Co of America

Compass Benefit (Exchange)

Medsolutions

GEHA Health Plan

QualCare HMO

River Valley

Federal Employee Program

Nippon Life Benefits

NJ Carpenters Fund

Liberty

Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Empire Blue Cross / Wellchoice: HMO, POS, PPO

Preferred Health Strategies PPO

Correctional Medical Services: HMO

Coventry / First Health: PPO

Multiplan / Private Healthcare Systems PPO

Three Rivers Provider Network PPO

NJ State Health Benefits: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Wellpoint (formerly AmeriGroup): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Amerihealth: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare, and Local Value Network

Medicaid

Horizon NJ Health: Medicaid and Medicare

Cigna: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare Community Plan: Medicaid and Medicare

Medicare

Beech Street - Medichoice: PPO

USA Managed Care Organization, Inc.: PPO

Qualcare: HMO and PPO

Aetna Better Health

NJ Manufacturers PPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey: HMO, POS, PPO, Omnia, Indemnity, Medicare

Consumer Health Network: PPO

Devon Health Services: PPO

Magnacare PPO

Fidelis Care (formerly Wellcare of NJ): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Aetna: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Oxford: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 98 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Jersey City, NJ.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-20

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Having been in the medical profession myself and dealing with physicians daily, I know that they are not all the same. Dr Natarajan goes far beyond the duties of a doctor. He has been extremely professional, kind and compassionate with every visit that we have had with him over the years both in his office and in the hospital. Not only Is he knowledgeable in all specialties, but he also exhibits an extremely calming bedside manner.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-11-03

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Dr. Natarajan is fabulous. He is a kind, concerned, caring Primary Care Doctor and he is always on point and always listens to my questions, comments, et al, whenever I meet with him. All of his patients adore him, I know.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-10-25

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Dr. Natarajan is a good listener, very attentive to my needs and concerns

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-21

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Yes I would recommend doctor to other patients

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-22

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It was as always, a good experience

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-08-18

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Very.buenas.esperiensia

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-01

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I had a good experience

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-09

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Always Good experience

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-03-04

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Great doctor and staff

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-01

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Abbott Laboratories	$2,380 Confirm Rx $1,108	JOT DX $307	Allure CRT Pacemaker $223	Quadra Assura $220	Assurity Pacemaker $193	Other $329
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$903 TRELEGY ELLIPTA $632	ANORO $128	BREO $22	$122
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$538 ELIQUIS $538
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)	$491 LifeVest $491
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation	$469 Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve $255	SAPIEN 3 Ultra RESILIA $214
Other	$3,203 XARELTO $339	AVYCAZ $271	JARDIANCE $258	ELIQUIS $256	SAMSCA $217	Other $1,862

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,969
Education	$14

Research Payments

Dr. Sekar Natarajan, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $918.

Biography

Dr. Sekar Natarajan sees patients in West Orange, NJ and Jersey City, NJ. His medical specialties are adult critical care and adult pulmonology. Before performing his residency at Interfaith Medical Center, Dr. Natarajan attended The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University for medical school. His areas of expertise include steroid injections, prostate problems, and cancer screening. Dr. Natarajan is rated highly by his patients. He appears to be an in-network provider for Trustmark, Blue California, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is conversant in Telugu and Tamil. Dr. Natarajan's professional affiliations include Englewood Health and Jersey City Medical Center. His practice in Jersey City, NJ is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.