Kenneth John Adessa, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Kenneth John Adessa is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Parsippany, NJ with over 31 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kenneth John Adessa, MD runs an independent hospice and palliative medicine specialist practice in Parsippany, NJ. Trained at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 837dNPPES updated 2024-02-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3699 Route 46, Parsippany, NJ 07054-1049
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Board certified · Feb 5, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 1285, Sparta, NJ 07871-5285
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Kenneth John Adessa
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kenneth John Adessa for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Parsippany required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenneth John Adessa
NPI records show Dr. Adessa as active with telehealth listed in Parsippany, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (973) 768-8105.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3699 Route 46, Parsippany, NJ 07054-1049
Mailing Address
Po Box 1285, Sparta, NJ 07871-5285
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