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Horizon BCBS NJ Doctors in Eatontown, NJ

242 in-network providers across 40 specialties and 30 plans

242 Providers
40 Specialties
Horizon BCBS NJ’s New Jersey network spans 31,915 providers. Eatontown accounts for 1% of that. The largest Horizon BCBS NJ footprint in New Jersey is in Hackensack (2,001 providers).
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Dr. Mark Mascarenhas, MD
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Meridian Cardiovascular Interpretive Services Pc
1945 Route 33, Eatontown, NJ 07754· 5.6 mi away
29 years experience · Hahnemann University College Of Medicine
Horizon BCBS NJ✓ Medicare✓ Telehealth7 plans
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Dr. Kristen Aland, MD
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Hackensack Meridian Health Medical Group - Specialty Care Pc
3600 Route 66, Eatontown, NJ 07753· 4.8 mi away
12 years experience · New York Medical College
Horizon BCBS NJ✓ Medicare6 plans

About Horizon BCBS NJ Coverage in Eatontown

Horizon BCBS NJ operates 30 distinct plans in Eatontown, NJ, with a combined in-network roster of 242 doctors across 40 medical specialties. Among the five largest insurers we track in Eatontown, Horizon BCBS NJ ranks #4 by provider count, the leader is Aetna with 391 in-network doctors. Use this page to confirm a specific provider is in-network, understand which Horizon BCBS NJ plans have the widest reach in Eatontown, and compare coverage against other major insurers before scheduling care.

Horizon BCBS NJ sells EPO, HSA, HMO, POS plan types in Eatontown. A PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) lets you see any provider without a referral; out-of-network care is covered but you pay a higher share. An HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) requires you to pick a primary-care doctor and get referrals for most specialist care, usually in exchange for lower premiums. An EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) is in-network only, like an HMO, but skips the referral requirement. A POS (Point of Service) plan blends HMO-style in-network with PPO-style out-of-network options. Your plan name is on your member ID card.

Horizon BCBS NJ is a Medicare Advantage carrier in Eatontown with 4 plans available to seniors, listed below with star ratings and premiums. Horizon BCBS NJ does not currently sell ACA marketplace plans in NJ; commercial coverage shown above comes through employer groups.

Data is sourced from the federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings that every insurer must publish monthly. Medicare Advantage plans come from the CMS MA Landscape File. Last refreshed May 29, 2026. Networks change between filings, so even when a doctor appears here we recommend calling their office with your member ID to confirm current network status before your visit.

Plan Type Mix in Eatontown

Horizon BCBS NJ organizes its Eatontown network into several plan types, each with different rules about which doctors you can see and what referrals you need. The bars below show the unique-provider share of the 242-doctor network that offers plans of each type.

A high PPO share means most Horizon BCBS NJ doctors in Eatontown accept the insurer’s broader preferred-provider plans. these give you maximum choice and don’t require referrals to specialists. A high HMO share signals a tighter gatekeeper model: lower premiums but you usually need your primary-care doctor to refer you before a specialist will bill. EPO and POS bars sit between those two on both flexibility and cost.

Because individual doctors typically participate in multiple Horizon BCBS NJ plan types at once, these percentages don’t sum to 100%. the same provider can appear as both PPO and OAP coverage. What the chart tells you is which plan categories have meaningful depth in Eatontown.

Network size242Horizon BCBS NJ providers in Eatontown
HMO
16242
7%
EPO
235242
97%
POS
16242
7%
HSA
34242
14%
Other
242242
100%

Percentages don’t sum to 100% because most doctors participate in several plan types simultaneously.

Horizon BCBS NJ Plans in Eatontown

Horizon BCBS NJ contracts with doctors at the network level in Eatontown. Each network below is a contract; your specific plan (printed on your member ID) maps to one of them.

Plan / NetworkTypeDoctors

Out of Area Plan - AEPO - Lab Cap

EPO

235

Out of Area Plan - AEPO - PCP Lab Cap

EPO

235

Out of Area Plan - Lab Cap

235

Out of Area Plan - PCP Lab Cap

235

OMNIA

20

OMNIA Bronze

20

OMNIA Gold

20

OMNIA Gold BlueCard

20

OMNIA Gold HSA BlueCard

HSA

20

OMNIA Platinum

20

OMNIA Platinum Value

20

OMNIA Silver

20

Horizon BCBS NJ Medicare Advantage Plans in Eatontown

4 Horizon BCBS NJ Medicare Advantage plans available to seniors in Eatontown. Each plan combines Medicare Parts A, B and usually D (prescription drugs) into one product, with star ratings and monthly premiums shown.

Star ratings (1-5) reflect overall plan quality measured by CMS. a 4-star plan generally indicates above-average member experience and care coordination. Premiums shown are the monthly cost on top of the standard Medicare Part B premium.

Plan NameTypeStar RatingPremium / MOOP
Braven Medicare Choice (PPO)
PPO★★★★☆ 4.0$0/moMOOP $9,250
Braven Medicare Freedom (PPO)
PPO★★★★☆ 4.0$40/moMOOP $9,250
Braven Medicare Salute - No Rx (PPO)
PPO★★★★☆ 4.0MOOP $7,000
Horizon NJ TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)SNP
HMO D-SNP★★★★☆ 4.0$43/moMOOP $9,250

Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape File. Star ratings reflect overall plan performance per CMS quality measures. Premiums shown are monthly Part C+D consolidated.

Top Specialties Accepting Horizon BCBS NJ

Horizon BCBS NJ’s Eatontown network spans 40 distinct medical specialties. The mix reflects where the insurer has negotiated the deepest physician contracts. primary-care specialties and behavioral health tend to dominate, with surgical and sub-specialty networks typically narrower.

Click any specialty below to see a filtered list of just those in-network providers in Eatontown, including ratings, locations, years of experience, and contact information. For specialties with fewer than 10 in-network providers, you’ll likely want to check nearby cities too. the section further down on this page has your geographic options.

Physician Experience in Horizon BCBS NJ’s Eatontown Network

Years since medical school graduation is a reasonable proxy for experience, though it doesn’t capture fellowship training, subspecialty certifications, or years spent in specific clinical settings. For Horizon BCBS NJ’s Eatontown network the breakdown below gives a quick sense of whether you’re picking from a predominantly early-career roster or one weighted toward veteran practitioners.

A network heavy on early-career doctors (0–5 years) often means lower wait times for new patients and exposure to the latest training, while veteran providers (30+ years) typically bring deeper pattern recognition for unusual presentations. A balanced distribution. roughly one-quarter in each bucket. is a healthy signal that the insurer has depth at every career stage, not just new graduates filling out its directory.

Median17years of experience
524 Horizon BCBS NJ providers in Eatontown with graduation-year data
Early career0–5 yrs
38providers
7%
Established6–15 yrs
186providers
35%
Senior16–30 yrs
178providers
34%
Veteran30+ yrs
122providers
23%

Telehealth Coverage in Eatontown

39 of 242 Horizon BCBS NJ in-network providers (16%) offer telehealth visits in Eatontown. Video appointments are typically covered for follow-ups, medication refills and adjustments, mental-health sessions, dermatology triage, and low-acuity primary care.

Availability and reimbursement still vary by state regulation and specific plan. Psychiatry, behavioral-health, and primary-care telehealth is near-universal at this point; procedural specialties (cardiology, orthopedics) typically offer video visits for pre-op consults and post-op follow-up but not initial diagnostic visits. Call the office with your Horizon BCBS NJ member ID to confirm your plan covers the visit type you need.

Top specialties offering telehealth in Eatontown

Top Hospitals Serving Horizon BCBS NJ Patients in Eatontown

Hospitals with the most Horizon BCBS NJ-network physicians practicing there. Large affiliation counts indicate that Horizon BCBS NJ has a durable relationship with the facility, which typically means smoother prior-authorizations for admissions, lab work, and follow-up care coordinated under one roof.

Hospital coverage is a separate contract from physician coverage. your Horizon BCBS NJ plan may cover a doctor who admits at Hospital X but classify the hospital itself as out-of-network, leaving you with a surprise facility bill. Before scheduling anything inpatient or procedural, call both the doctor’s office and the hospital billing line with your member ID to confirm both sides are in-network for the specific plan you hold.

Coverage Compared in Eatontown

Side-by-side provider counts for the five largest commercial and government insurers tracked in Eatontown. These numbers show raw network breadth. they don’t adjust for quality, specialty mix, or your specific plan’s tier structure, but they’re a useful first filter when choosing a carrier at open enrollment.

If Horizon BCBS NJ’s provider count looks limited for your needs, the alternatives below may fit better. Click any row to open that insurer’s Eatontown provider list with the same filters, plan breakdown, and hospital affiliations that you’re seeing here.

Nearby Cities with Horizon BCBS NJ Coverage

Cities closest to Eatontown where Horizon BCBS NJ has an in-network provider base of meaningful size. Useful if you’re willing to drive a short distance for a hard-to-find specialist, have two offices to choose between, or are planning a move inside the region.

The mileage figures are straight-line distances computed from average practice-address coordinates, not drive-time. Counts reflect each nearby city’s Horizon BCBS NJ network size. a small count doesn’t mean no coverage, just that your in-Eatontown options are likely more plentiful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horizon BCBS NJ coverage in Eatontown

How do I find an Horizon BCBS NJ in-network doctor in Eatontown, NJ?

Horizon BCBS NJ has 242 in-network providers across 40 medical specialties in Eatontown. This list is compiled from federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings, last verified May 29, 2026. Filter by specialty, plan type, gender, telehealth or experience above to narrow your search, then click any provider for full credentials and contact details. Always confirm coverage with your specific plan before scheduling.

What Horizon BCBS NJ plan types are available in Eatontown?

Horizon BCBS NJ sells 4 distinct plan types in Eatontown: EPO (235 doctors), HSA (34 doctors), HMO (16 doctors), POS (16 doctors). PPO plans give you the broadest provider choice without referrals; HMO plans require a primary-care referral but typically have lower premiums; EPO plans skip the referral but stay in-network only; POS plans blend HMO in-network rules with PPO out-of-network options. Choose by reading what's printed on your member ID card and matching it to one of the rows in the Plans section above.

Does Horizon BCBS NJ offer Medicare Advantage in Eatontown?

Yes. Horizon BCBS NJ offers 4 Medicare Advantage plans in Eatontown for 2026, with plan types including PPO, HMO D-SNP. The average CMS star rating across these plans is 4.0 of 5. Medicare Advantage (Part C) bundles Parts A and B with usually Part D prescription drug coverage, often adding dental, vision, and wellness benefits. Enrollment is open during the annual election period each fall.

What's the highest-rated Horizon BCBS NJ Medicare Advantage plan in Eatontown?

Braven Medicare Choice (PPO) (PPO) holds Horizon BCBS NJ's top CMS star rating in Eatontown at 4.0 of 5, with a $0 monthly premium. Star ratings reflect overall plan quality based on member experience, customer service, drug pricing, and clinical care measures. Plans rated 4 or higher generally indicate above-average performance.

Are there $0 premium Horizon BCBS NJ Medicare Advantage plans in Eatontown?

Yes. 1 of Horizon BCBS NJ's 4 Medicare Advantage plans in Eatontown carry a $0 monthly premium for 2026. Note that $0 premium plans still require you to pay the standard Medicare Part B premium each month, plus copays and deductibles when you use care. Compare each plan's MOOP (maximum out-of-pocket) limit to understand worst-case annual cost.

Which hospitals in Eatontown accept Horizon BCBS NJ?

Hospitals where Horizon BCBS NJ doctors most commonly practice in Eatontown include JERSEY SHORE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER, MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER, OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER. This is inferred from physician affiliations rather than direct insurer-hospital contracts, so confirm hospital network status separately with both your Horizon BCBS NJ plan and the hospital's billing department before scheduling any inpatient or surgical procedure. Even when a doctor is in-network, the hospital where they admit may not be.

Which medical specialties have the most Horizon BCBS NJ providers in Eatontown?

Horizon BCBS NJ's Eatontown network is largest in Mental Health Counselor (34), Clinical Social Worker (25), Nurse Practitioner (24). Primary care, behavioral health, and physical therapy tend to dominate insurer networks because high patient volumes drive deeper provider contracts. Surgical sub-specialties typically have narrower networks. Click any specialty in the section above to see a filtered list of those in-network providers.

How does Horizon BCBS NJ compare to other insurers in Eatontown?

Horizon BCBS NJ ranks #4 of 6 major insurers tracked in Eatontown by provider count, with 242 doctors. Aetna leads at 391 providers. Larger network size means more provider choice but doesn't guarantee that your specific doctor is in-network with any insurer. The Coverage Compared section above shows side-by-side counts for the top five carriers in Eatontown.

How do I verify a doctor is in-network with Horizon BCBS NJ?

Three steps: first match the doctor's name against this list, second call the provider's office with your member ID to confirm they currently accept your specific Horizon BCBS NJ plan, and third check Horizon BCBS NJ's own member portal for the most authoritative real-time status. Networks change between monthly federal filings; our data was last refreshed May 29, 2026.

What if my doctor isn't listed here?

This list reflects Horizon BCBS NJ's submitted network data as of the last federal filing on May 29, 2026. Doctors join and leave networks between filings, so a current in-network provider may be missing if they joined recently. Call the doctor's office to ask whether they currently accept Horizon BCBS NJ, then check Horizon BCBS NJ's own member portal for confirmation.

When was this Horizon BCBS NJ data last updated?

The Horizon BCBS NJ Eatontown provider list was last refreshed May 29, 2026. Doctor and network data come from the federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings that every insurer must publish monthly. Medicare Advantage plans come from the CMS MA Landscape File. Refresh cadence: monthly for provider data, annually for marketplace and Medicare plans.

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Data freshness

Last verified May 29, 2026 · Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage federal filings · Refresh cadence: monthly