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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wert, Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sanford Wert, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Wert graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Wert is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wert’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wert’s office at (718) 332-4747.
Where did Dr. Wert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Wert board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Wert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wert speak?
Dr. Wert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wert treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Wert 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. Wert. 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.
Also known as:
- Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
- Joint Disorder
- PVNS
- Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
- Giant Cell Tumor of Tendon Sheath
- Villonodular Synovitis
- Tenosynovial giant cell tumor
- Diffuse-type giant cell tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12212: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), left shoulder
- M12211: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), right shoulder
- M12262: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), left knee
- M12261: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), right knee
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Glenoid labrum tear
- SLAP tear
- Shoulder cartilage tear
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter
- S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Joint Lining Overgrowth
- Right Shoulder Joint Lining Overgrowth
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Left Shoulder Synovial Thickening
- Thickened Left Shoulder Joint Lining
- Left Shoulder Synovial Hyperplasia
- Right Shoulder Synovial Thickening
- Thickened Right Shoulder Joint Lining
- Right Shoulder Synovial Hyperplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67212: Synovial hypertrophy, not elsewhere classified, left shoulder
- M67211: Synovial hypertrophy, not elsewhere classified, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Tendonitis in the Left Lower Leg
- Tendonitis in the Right Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendon inflammation
- Synovitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed tendon sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65862: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left lower leg
- M65861: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right lower leg
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Knee Joint Problems
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal derangement of left knee
- Left knee joint dysfunction
- Left knee mechanical issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M238X2: Other internal derangements of left knee
Also known as:
- Left Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Left adhesive capsulitis
- Left shoulder stiffness
- Left shoulder periarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Does Dr. Wert accept my insurance?
Dr. Wert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 332-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wert accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Wert in Brooklyn, 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
American Family Insurance
Amtrust North America
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Geico
Liberty Mutual
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Wert's office located?
Dr. Sanford Wert's Primary Practice
3075 Brighton 13th St
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 332-4747
What is Dr. Wert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477508661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wert
What is Dr. Sanford Wert's specialty?
Dr. Wert is a Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. Contact Dr. Wert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sanford Wert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wert is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sanford Wert accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Wert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanford Wert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wert's office at (718) 332-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanford Wert?
Please contact Dr. Wert's office at (718) 332-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanford Wert have?
Dr. Sanford Wert is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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