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Dr. Andrew Chertoff, MD

Dr. Andrew Chertoff, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Westfield, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chertoff, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Westfield, MA?

    Dr. Andrew Chertoff, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Westfield, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chertoff completed his residency at Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Chertoff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chertoff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chertoff’s office at (413) 571-0169.

    Where did Dr. Chertoff go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Boston City Hospital, Fellow | Univ of Louisville, Fellow:Hand Surgery

    • Residency: Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | Hospital Joint Diseases | Hospital of Joint Disease Orthopaedic Instutute, Resident:Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj

    Is Dr. Chertoff board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Chertoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chertoff speak?

    Dr. Chertoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Chertoff typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Chertoff diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chertoff. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Broken Left Hand
    • Closed Right Lower Leg Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Hand Fracture
    • Broken Bone in Hand
    • Hand Injury
    • Broken Right Leg
    • Simple Right Leg Fracture
    • Right Leg Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6292XA: Unspecified fracture of left hand, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S8291XA: Unspecified fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Left Lower Leg
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Lower Leg Break
    • Left Tibia Fracture
    • Left Fibula Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S8292XA: Unspecified fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Right Hand
    • Fractures
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Right hand fracture
    • Right hand injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6291XA: Unspecified fracture of right hand, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Chertoff typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Chertoff performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chertoff. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Collarbone Removal
    • Partial Claviculectomy
    • Collarbone Resection
    • Shoulder Bone Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23120: Claviculectomy; partial

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Chertoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chertoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 571-0169 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chertoff accept in Westfield, MA?

    Dr. Chertoff in Westfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baystate Health

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chertoff's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Chertoff's Primary Practice

    115 W Silver St

    Westfield, MA 01085

    (413) 571-0169

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    Dr. Andrew Chertoff's Practice 2

    1236 Main St Ste 301

    Holyoke, MA 01040

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    What is Dr. Chertoff's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chertoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780666040.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chertoff?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chertoff

    What is Dr. Andrew Chertoff's specialty?

    Dr. Chertoff is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Westfield, MA.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Andrew Chertoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chertoff is affiliated with Holyoke Medical Center, Baystate Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Andrew Chertoff accepting new patients in Westfield, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Chertoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Chertoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chertoff's office at (413) 571-0169 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Chertoff?

    Please contact Dr. Chertoff's office at (413) 571-0169 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chertoff's office located?

    Dr. Chertoff's offices are located in Westfield, MA and Holyoke, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Chertoff have?

    Dr. Andrew Chertoff is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.