
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rawlins, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Bernard Rawlins, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rawlins graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Columbia P&S. Dr. Rawlins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rawlins’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rawlins’s office at (212) 606-1632.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rawlins?
Dr. Bernard Rawlins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rawlins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Scoliosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Rawlins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rawlins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Minnesota Spine Center
Residency: Columbia P&S | St Luke's Med Center | Columbia - Presbyterian Medical Center | New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia) Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Rawlins board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Rawlins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rawlins speak?
Dr. Rawlins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rawlins typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Rawlins 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. Rawlins. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rawlins typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Bernard Rawlins may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Rawlins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rawlins accept my insurance?
Dr. Rawlins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1632 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rawlins accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Rawlins in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Rawlins' office located?
What is Dr. Rawlins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rawlins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063523017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rawlins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rawlins
What is Dr. Bernard Rawlins's specialty?
Dr. Rawlins is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near New York, NY.
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. Bernard Rawlins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rawlins is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bernard Rawlins accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Rawlins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Rawlins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rawlins's office at (212) 606-1632 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Rawlins?
Please contact Dr. Rawlins's office at (212) 606-1632 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bernard Rawlins have?
Dr. Bernard Rawlins is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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