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Who is Dr. Levin, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Westwood, NJ?
Dr. Rafael Levin, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Westwood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Levin graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Levin is fluent in English, German, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levin’s office at (201) 634-1811.
Where did Dr. Levin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Levin board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Levin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Levin speak?
Dr. Levin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Hebrew
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Levin typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Levin 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. Levin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Levin typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Levin 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. Levin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Levin accept my insurance?
Dr. Levin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 634-1811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Levin accept in Westwood, NJ?
Dr. Levin in Westwood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amtrust North America
Bankers
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Levin's office located?
Dr. Rafael Levin's Primary Practice
260 Old Hook Rd Ste 400
Westwood, NJ 07675
(201) 634-1811
What is Dr. Levin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Levin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144284134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Levin
What is Dr. Rafael Levin's specialty?
Dr. Levin is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Westwood, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Rafael Levin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Levin is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Englewood 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 Rafael Levin accepting new patients in Westwood, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Levin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Levin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Levin's office at (201) 634-1811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Levin?
Please contact Dr. Levin's office at (201) 634-1811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Levin have?
Dr. Rafael Levin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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