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Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD

Accepting New Patients

(12 Ratings)

Specializes in: Gynecology

Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (1999)

Professional interests include: birth defects, pelvic exam, obesity, and more.

35 S Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621

(201) 385-8350

Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD is a gynecologist in Bergenfield, NJ specializing in gynecology. She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in 1999 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD is affiliated with Englewood Health and MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC.

Office Locations

Address:

35 S Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621

Some issues Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD can help you with:

Cesarean Section (C-Section)

A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.

C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.

C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.

C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.

Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:

A large baby or birth to multiple children
Pelvic fracture or limited birth canal
Baby in the "breech position," where a baby is positioned feet or bottom first in the uterus
Baby with a developmental disorder
Irregular fetal heartbeat
Mother with a history of previous C-sections

Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:

Labor not progressing
Fetus switching position during labor
Distressed infant
Blockage of the cervical opening by the placenta
Prolapsed umbilical cord

Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

doctor visit	55
lab tests	54
pelvic imaging	23
ultrasound (sonogram)	23
women's imaging	11

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	45
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

cytology	15
doctor visit	131
gynecologic pathology	15
lab tests	128
pelvic imaging	36
preventive care	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	36
women's imaging	18

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

breast exam	36
cytology	19
doctor visit	158
gynecologic pathology	19
gynecologic procedures	36
lab tests	121
pelvic imaging	58
preventive care	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	58
women's imaging	29

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	190
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

breast exam	66
cytology	17
doctor visit	151
gynecologic pathology	17
gynecologic procedures	66
lab tests	122
pelvic imaging	46
preventive care	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	46
women's imaging	22

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

breast exam	42
cytology	22
doctor visit	129
gynecologic pathology	22
gynecologic procedures	42
lab tests	106
pelvic imaging	13
preventive care	22
ultrasound (sonogram)	13
women's imaging	14

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	123

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

breast exam	21
cytology	11
doctor visit	163
gynecologic pathology	11
gynecologic procedures	21
lab tests	123
pelvic imaging	34
preventive care	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	34
women's imaging	21

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

breast exam	63
cytology	26
doctor visit	157
gynecologic pathology	26
gynecologic procedures	63
lab tests	110
pelvic imaging	15
preventive care	26
ultrasound (sonogram)	15
women's imaging	16

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	130

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

breast exam	51
cytology	16
doctor visit	136
gynecologic pathology	16
gynecologic procedures	51
lab tests	51
preventive care	16

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	109

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	93
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	32
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

breast exam	131
cytology	31
doctor visit	326
gynecologic pathology	31
gynecologic procedures	131
lab tests	144
pelvic imaging	17
preventive care	31
ultrasound (sonogram)	17
women's imaging	18

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD treated as a gynecologist in Bergenfield, NJ were lab tests, breast exam, gynecologic procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

breast exam	58
cytology	19
doctor visit	156
gynecologic pathology	19
gynecologic procedures	58
lab tests	106
pelvic imaging	30
preventive care	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	30
women's imaging	18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD.

**Gender**
Female	56
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	3
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	85
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	26
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	64

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	5
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	17
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in 1999. She completed residency at North Shore University Hospital. She is certified by the Obstetrics and Gynecology (American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology) and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (1999)

Residency: North Shore University Hospital

Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology (American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Englewood Health

MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC

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. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, EmblemHealth, AmeriHealth, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, MHBP, Medicare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Medicaid, Humana, Railroad Medicare, Cigna, GEHA, QualCare, MVP Health Care, WellPoint, UnitedHealthcare, NALC, Clover Health, Nippon Life Insurance Co of America and APWU.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

MagnaCare

EmblemHealth

AmeriHealth

Aetna

Oxford Health Plans

MHBP

Medicare

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

Medicaid

Humana

Railroad Medicare

Cigna

GEHA

QualCare

MVP Health Care

WellPoint

UnitedHealthcare

NALC

Clover Health

Nippon Life Insurance Co of America

APWU

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.73 out of 5 stars based on 12 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Bergenfield, NJ.

4.73

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Overall Rating: 2.0 2021-10-12

I called for the very first time to schedule an appointment and after getting my name and DOB asked me about my credit card, if it's a well being yearly check up I asked why/
receptionist answer in case you don't keep the appointment we charge your debit card. Like really?  Is this a good way to start??
Not a good policy if you are making an appointment if because you need it!

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Efrat Shelley Meier-Ginsberg, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$223 Veozah $38	$185
AbbVie Inc.	$122 Liletta $69	ORIAHNN $27	LO LOESTRIN FE $27
Allergan Inc.	$113 LO LOESTRIN FE $95	ESTRACE CREAM $17
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$90 NEXPLANON $46	GARDASIL9 $30	NON-PRODUCT $14
Exeltis, USA Inc.	$84 Slynd $68	Vitafol Fe+ $17
Other	$436 Makena $59	Phexxi $42	Balcoltra $40	ANNOVERA $32	Essure $31	Other $231

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$819
Education	$248

Biography

Dr. Efrat Meier-Ginsberg practices gynecology in Bergenfield, NJ. Patient ratings for Dr. Meier-Ginsberg average 4.5 stars (out of 5). Her areas of expertise include the following: bleeding, menopause, and high risk pregnancy. Dr. Meier-Ginsberg is in-network for several insurance carriers, including UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield. She is a graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Meier-Ginsberg is affiliated with Englewood Health. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Bergenfield, NJ.