25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meftah, Orthopedic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Morteza Meftah, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Meftah graduated from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is a member of the International Hip Society, Harvard Alumni Club, International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA), Police Surgeon's Benevolent Association (PBA), American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS), American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), New York Medical Society (NYMS), and American Medical Association (AMA). Dr. Meftah is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meftah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meftah’s office at (212) 427-3986.
Where did Dr. Meftah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Methodist Hospital, Houston TX, | MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Residency: Lenox Hill Hospital
Medical School: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Meftah board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Morteza Meftah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Meftah speak?
Dr. Meftah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Meftah typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Meftah 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. Meftah. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Meftah typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Meftah 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. Meftah. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Guidance
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Computer-Guided Bone Surgery
- Fluoroscopic-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0054T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on fluoroscopic images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Meftah accept my insurance?
Dr. Meftah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 427-3986 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meftah accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Meftah in New York, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Meftah's office located?
Dr. Morteza Meftah's Primary Practice
145 E 32nd St Fl 2
New York, NY 10016
(212) 427-3986
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 147 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
86% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Morteza Meftah an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Meftah has been rated and reviewed by 147 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Meftah, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
International Hip Society
Member
2019
Harvard Alumni Club
Member
2017
International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA)
Board Member
2016
Police Surgeon's Benevolent Association (PBA)
Member
2014
American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
Member
2012
Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS)
Member
2012
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Member
2011
New York Medical Society (NYMS)
Member
2008
American Medical Association (AMA)
Member
2006
Awards
Harley and Betty Baxter SOA Resident/Fellow Awards
Southern Orthopaedic Association
EOA Resident Paper Award
Eastern Orthopaedic Association
MedStar Fellow Research Award
MedStar Health Research Institute
EOA Fellow Paper Award
Eastern Orthopaedic Association
EOA Resident Paper Award
Eastern Orthopaedic Association
Publications
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEDICAL OBJECT TRACKING
, January
SURGICAL SYSTEM WITH INTRA-OPERATIVE 3D SCAN
METHOD FOR ORIENTING AN ACETUBULAR CUP AND INSTRUMENTS FOR USE THEREWITH
FEMORAL COMPONET FOR A HIP PROSTHESIS
Posterior Cruciate Ligament Protector for Use in Cruciate Retaining Designs
Universal gap Balancing Device for Use in Total Knee Arthroplasty
Revision knee osteotome
Graft Box
Rongeur
What is Dr. Meftah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meftah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740463272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meftah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meftah
What is Dr. Morteza Meftah's specialty?
Dr. Meftah is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Morteza Meftah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meftah is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook 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
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Is Morteza Meftah accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Morteza Meftah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Morteza Meftah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meftah's office at (212) 427-3986 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Morteza Meftah?
Please contact Dr. Meftah's office at (212) 427-3986 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Morteza Meftah have?
Dr. Morteza Meftah is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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