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Dr. Kamil Amer, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Newark, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amer, Orthopedic Surgeon in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Kamil Amer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Amer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amer’s office at (973) 356-6300.

    What languages does Dr. Amer speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Amer 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. Amer. 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:

    • 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:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

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

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Amer 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. Amer. 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:

    • Nerve Decompression Surgery
    • Nerve Release Surgery
    • Pinched Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Entrapment Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 64722: Decompression; unspecified nerve(s) (specify)

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Toe Nerve Repair
    • Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
    • Digital Neuroplasty
    • Nerve Decompression (Finger/Toe)
    • Peripheral Nerve Repair (Digit)
    • Finger Nerve Repair
    • Toe Nerve Repair
    • Hand Nerve Suture
    • Foot Nerve Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 64702: Neuroplasty; digital, 1 or both, same digit
    • 64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve

    Also known as:

    • Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
    • Finger Nerve Repair
    • Toe Nerve Repair
    • Nerve Suture Hand
    • Nerve Suture Foot

    CPT Codes:

    • 64832: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; each additional digital nerve (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Nerve Repair
    • Nerve Transposition Surgery
    • Nerve Mobilization and Suture
    • Advanced Nerve Suture

    CPT Codes:

    • 64874: Suture of nerve; requiring extensive mobilization, or transposition of nerve (List separately in addition to code for nerve suture)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Repair (Finger)
    • Finger Tendon Surgery
    • Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Amer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 356-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amer accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Amer in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Amer's office located?

    Dr. Kamil Amer's Primary Practice

    111 Central Ave

    Newark, NJ 07102

    (973) 356-6300

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    Dr. Kamil Amer's Practice 2

    90 Bergen St

    Newark, NJ 07103

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    Dr. Kamil Amer's Practice 3

    140 N Route 17 Ste 110

    Paramus, NJ 07652

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

    Dr. Amer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497288120.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amer?

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

    What is Dr. Kamil Amer's specialty?

    Dr. Amer is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Newark, NJ.

    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 Dr. Kamil Amer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amer is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Hackensack University 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 Dr. Kamil Amer accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Kamil Amer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kamil Amer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amer's office at (973) 356-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kamil Amer?

    Please contact Dr. Amer's office at (973) 356-6300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amer's office located?

    Dr. Amer's offices are located in Newark, NJ and Paramus, NJ.