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Vivek Taparia, M.B.A.

CEO
Vivek brings over 15 years of experience scaling healthcare organizations, with prior leadership roles at Northwell Health and Optum, and a track record of driving clinical integration, operational excellence, and value-based care. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and is passionate about advancing patient-centered care delivery.

Alexander Rothschild, M.S., FACMPE, CASC

Advisor
With a focus on meeting the needs of each patient, the practice also employs a wide range of administrative experts. Mr. Rothschild is responsible for making certain that the practice always maintains the highest of standards and is state-of-the-art.

Alize Barbosa

Workers’ Compensation Manager
If you need to speak to any of our staff in regards to scheduling or changing your appointment—or if you have any questions about your work-related injury—please call Alize and her staff at 201-475-0016.

 

Andrea Vachon

Pre-Certification Department Lead
Our PreCert Department will help with authorization of diagnostic testing such as MRI’s, CT Scans, Ultrasounds, and EMG’s—as well as bone stimulators and visco-supplementation injections.

If you have questions about any of the above, you can reach a staff member directly at 201-475-0019.

Irene Koenig

Surgical Scheduling Coordinator
If you need information about your upcoming procedure or need to schedule your surgery, Mrs. Koenig is the person to speak with. Her phone number is 201-475-8940.

 

Caroline Ivanovski- Hauser

Medical Records Department Manager
If you need assistance obtaining medical records, you can reach Caroline and her team at 201-791-4434 x1141.

 

Anagilda Rojas

Senior Revenue Cycle Manager
Our helpful billing and managed care specialists are available to answer your billing questions. Ms. Rojas and her staff can be reached directly at 201-791-4679.

 

Sarah Ghilardi

Operations Manager

If you need any assistance on any operation related issues, you can reach Sarah at 201-791-4434 x 1508

 

Jill Yelen

Senior Manager Human Resources

If you need any assistance on a HR related issues, you can reach Jill at 201-791-4434.