HMH Ear, Nose and Throat Hackensack
ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) • Hackensack, NJ
About
Summary: BERGEN EAR, NOSE AND THROAT ASSOC. PA is a private medical practice under Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) focused on ear, nose, and throat care. The practice operates in Hackensack, NJ, at 20 Prospect Ave (Suite 613) with two US office locations. Contact numbers listed include 22-3474145 and 201.489.6520. LinkedIn presence exists, and the organization references a mobile app as a feature.
Clinic Type
ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
Address
20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 613, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone
201-489-6520
consumerservices@hmhn.or
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Main Phone Number 201-489-6520, inquire at site for payments
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Does Bergen Ear, Nose, and Throat treat adults and kids?
Yes. The FAQ indicates care for both adults and children.
Where is Bergen Ear, Nose, and Throat located and what are the hours?
The location is 20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 613, Hackensack, NJ 07601. Hours are Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (as listed in the page).
Who are the physicians at Bergen Ear, Nose, and Throat?
The page mentions physicians as part of HMH ENT, but does not list specific names.
How can I schedule an appointment?
The page includes a FAQ about scheduling an appointment but does not provide a specific method beyond the general site information.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Hackensack Meridian Health Patient Reviews: 4.8/5 (238 (Dr. Michael Chee))
- Vitals: 4.7/5 (39 (Dr. Steven M. Gold))
- Toprated Business (aggregated): 3.9/5 (357 (ENT & Allergy Associates - Hackensack))
- Hackensack Meridian Health Patient Reviews: 4.8/5 (529 (Dr. Brian E. Benson))
Patients praise
- Physicians are described as knowledgeable, thorough, professional, and compassionate
- Positive bedside manner and effective diagnosis/treatment for many patients
- Staff generally noted as kind and helpful when interactions occur successfully
- Clean and well-ordered facilities
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and in the waiting room
- Difficulty scheduling appointments and reaching staff via phone
- Frustration with billing processes and coordination of benefits
- Lack of communication regarding provider availability or delays
"Dr. Benson is very knowledgeable in his field. I feel very comfortable when I go for my visits with him and he takes time to explain everything in detail."
— Hackensack Meridian Health Patient Review"It is hard to schedule an appointment unless you go in person. The calls fall through every time you try to call and schedule an appointment."
— Hackensack Meridian Health Patient Review"I waited over an hour for my appointment. It'd be nice if the staff was aware of the people in the waiting room and inform them of additional wait times."
— Hackensack Meridian Health Patient ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- U.S. News & World Report Ranks Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center the #1 Hospital in New Jersey and New York Metro Area and a Top 20 Hospital Nationally — Jul 29, 2025
- Hackensack Meridian Health Hospitals Are Among the Top Hospitals in the Nation for Care | Asbury Park, NJ Patch — Aug 5, 2025
- What drove Hackensack's flagship hospital to US News' Honor Roll - Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis — Jul 29, 2025
- Hackensack Meridian Health World-Class Physicians Recognized as Top Doctors in State by New Jersey Monthly — Oct 31, 2025
- Hackensack Meridian tops NJ in U.S. News Best Hospitals, again — Jul 29, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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