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Dr. Thomas Scilaris, MD

Dr. Thomas Scilaris, MD

New York, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scilaris, Orthopedic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Thomas Scilaris, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Scilaris graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Scilaris is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scilaris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scilaris’s office at (212) 744-1121.

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

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery | University of Missouri at Kansas City Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Scilaris board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Scilaris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Scilaris speak?

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

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Scilaris treat?

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

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Runner's Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Chondromalacia Patellae
    • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
    • Softening of Kneecap Cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2240: Chondromalacia patellae, unspecified knee

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Scilaris perform?

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

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Diagnostic Shoulder Arthroscopy
    • Shoulder Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Synovectomy
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope
    • Shoulder Joint Examination
    • Shoulder Biopsy
    • Shoulder Joint Lining Removal
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for Synovium
    • Keyhole shoulder surgery
    • Shoulder scope loose body
    • Arthroscopic foreign body removal (shoulder)
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder scope surgery
    • Partial synovectomy shoulder
    • Shoulder joint lining removal
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29805: Arthroscopy, shoulder, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure)
    • 29821: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; synovectomy, complete
    • 29819: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29820: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; synovectomy, partial
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
    • Knee Arthroscopy for Loose Body Removal
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
    • Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
    • Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
    • Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
    • Knee Scope for Debris
    • Arthroscopic Loose Body Excision
    • Knee Chondral Fragmentation Removal
    • Knee Joint Cleaning
    • Knee Scope for Adhesions
    • Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
    • Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
    • Knee abrasion arthroplasty
    • Knee microfracture surgery
    • Knee chondroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
    • 29874: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for removal of loose body or foreign body (eg, osteochondritis dissecans fragmentation, chondral fragmentation)
    • 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)
    • 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Scope Surgery
    • Shoulder Adhesiolysis
    • Frozen Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Joint Cleaning
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Knee Arthroscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope
    • Knee Joint Examination
    • Knee Biopsy (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29870: Arthroscopy, knee, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Tendon Release
    • Shoulder Tenotomy
    • Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
    • Shoulder Tendon Cutting
    • Rotator Cuff Tendon Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon

    Also known as:

    • Simple Wound Repair (Small)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Minor Laceration Repair
    • Superficial Wound Closure
    • Small Cut Stitching
    • Simple Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
    • Fat Grafting
    • Dermal Graft
    • Fascia Graft
    • Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Scilaris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scilaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 744-1121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Scilaris in New York, 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

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Liberty Mutual

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UHSM

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    Where is Dr. Scilaris' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Scilaris' Primary Practice

    39 E 69th St

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 744-1121

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    Dr. Thomas Scilaris' Practice 2

    3800 New York Ave

    Union City, NJ 07087

    (201) 871-4000

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    Dr. Thomas Scilaris' Practice 3

    54 S Dean St

    Englewood, NJ 07631

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

    Dr. Scilaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619073368.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scilaris?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Scilaris's specialty?

    Dr. Scilaris is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Scilaris to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Scilaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scilaris is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 Thomas Scilaris accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Scilaris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Scilaris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scilaris's office at (212) 744-1121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Scilaris?

    Please contact Dr. Scilaris's office at (212) 744-1121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Scilaris have?

    Dr. Thomas Scilaris is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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