
Dr. Omar Saleem, MD
Mineola, NY
13 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saleem, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Mineola, NY?
Dr. Omar Saleem, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mineola, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 13 years. Dr. Saleem graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Louisiana State University Program. Dr. Saleem is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saleem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saleem’s office at (516) 280-6645.
Where did Dr. Saleem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Louisiana State University Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Ross University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saleem speak?
Dr. Saleem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Saleem typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Saleem 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. Saleem. 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:
- Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
- Joint Disorder
- PVNS
- Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
- Giant Cell Tumor of Tendon Sheath
- Villonodular Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12212: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), left shoulder
- M12211: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), right shoulder
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Unstable Left Ankle Joint
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Loose Left Ankle
- Left Ankle Joint Instability
- Wobbly Left Ankle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25372: Other instability, left ankle
Also known as:
- Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation in Right Shoulder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed Right Shoulder Tendon Sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65811: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right shoulder
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Saleem typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Saleem 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. Saleem. 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:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
- Diagnostic Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Lining Removal
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for Synovium
- Shoulder Scope
- Shoulder Joint Examination
- Shoulder Biopsy
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29821: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; synovectomy, complete
- 29805: Arthroscopy, shoulder, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure)
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
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:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Does Dr. Saleem accept my insurance?
Dr. Saleem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 280-6645 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saleem accept in Mineola, NY?
Dr. Saleem in Mineola, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEICO
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saleem's office located?
What is Dr. Saleem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saleem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275744583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saleem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saleem
What is Dr. Omar Saleem's specialty?
Dr. Saleem is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Mineola, NY.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Omar Saleem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saleem is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital 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
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Is Omar Saleem accepting new patients in Mineola, NY?
Yes, Dr. Omar Saleem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Saleem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (516) 280-6645 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Saleem?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (516) 280-6645 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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