Dr. Robert Snow, MD

New York, NY

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Snow, Neurosurgeon in New York, NY?

Dr. Robert Snow, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Snow graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Neurological Surgery; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Snow is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Snow’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Snow’s office at (888) 922-2257.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Snow?

Dr. Robert Snow, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Snow empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Snow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Snow go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Neurological Surgery; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery | GARFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Georgetown University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Snow board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

Yes, Dr. Robert Snow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

What languages does Dr. Snow speak?

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

English
Italian
Spanish

What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Snow typically treat?

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Snow 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. Snow. 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
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
Lumbar Stenosis

ICD-10 Codes:

M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

Also known as:

Lower Back Disc Displacement
Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Disc in Lower Back
Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
Lumbar Disc Protrusion
Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion

ICD-10 Codes:

M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral 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

What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Snow typically perform?

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Snow 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. Snow. 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:

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:

Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Lumbar Laminotomy
Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
Spinal Allograft
Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
Donor Bone for Spine Fusion

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
20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
Cervical interbody fusion
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
Neck vertebrae fusion

CPT Codes:

22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

Does Dr. Snow accept my insurance?

Dr. Snow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 922-2257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Snow accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Snow 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Snow's office located?

Dr. Robert Snow's Primary Practice

525 E 68th St

New York, NY 10065

(888) 922-2257

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What hospitals are Dr. Snow affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Snow has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Hospital For Special Surgery,New York, NY

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Ratings & Reviews

3.0

Overall rating

Based on 2 reviews

Office Experience

65% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

Attentiveness

65% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

Wait Times

80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

Appointment Booking

60% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

Patients give Dr. Robert Snow a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Snow has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Snow, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

Dr. Snow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679675300.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Snow?

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

What is Dr. Robert Snow's specialty?

Dr. Snow is a Neurosurgeon near New York, NY.

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

Is Dr. Robert Snow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Snow is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Hospital For Special Surgery 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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