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Dr. James Schneider, MD

Dr. James Schneider, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schneider, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. James Schneider, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schneider graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at St Peter'S Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Schneider is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schneider’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schneider’s office at (518) 489-2666.

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

    • Residency: St Peter'S Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | St Peter's Hospital | ST PETERS HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Schneider board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Schneider, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Schneider speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schneider typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider. 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 of both knees
    • 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
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83231D: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, subsequent encounter
    • S83232D: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schneider typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider. 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
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    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
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis

    Does Dr. Schneider accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schneider accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 489-2666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schneider accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Schneider in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Schneider's office located?

    Dr. James Schneider's Primary Practice

    1367 Washington Ave Ste 200

    Albany, NY 12206

    (518) 489-2666

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    Dr. James Schneider's Practice 2

    989 Route 146 Ste 200

    Clifton Park, NY 12065

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    Dr. James Schneider's Practice 3

    146 Jefferson Hts Ste 101

    Catskill, NY 12414

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

    Dr. Schneider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326153743.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schneider?

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

    What is Dr. James Schneider's specialty?

    Dr. Schneider is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.

    Is this Dr. James Schneider affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schneider is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Cayuga 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 Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is James Schneider accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Schneider is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Schneider offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schneider's office at (518) 489-2666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Schneider?

    Please contact Dr. Schneider's office at (518) 489-2666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Schneider have?

    Dr. James Schneider is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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