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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Snyder, Orthopedic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Brian Snyder, MD, PHD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Snyder graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital Program. Dr. Snyder is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Snyder’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Snyder’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Snyder go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Snyder board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Snyder, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Snyder speak?
Dr. Snyder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Snyder treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Snyder 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. Snyder. 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:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Neuromuscular Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Scoliosis from nerve problems
- Scoliosis from muscle problems
- Secondary scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
What procedures does Dr. Snyder perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Snyder 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. Snyder. 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:
- Hamstring Tendon Lengthening
- Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
- Hamstring Lengthening Surgery
- Tendon Release Hamstring
- Bilateral Hamstring Lengthening
- Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
- Adductor Tenotomy Hip
- Open Release of Hip Adductor
- Tendon Adjustment Surgery Leg
- Leg Tendon Release
- Ankle Tendon Lengthening
CPT Codes:
- 27395: Lengthening of hamstring tendon; multiple tendons, bilateral
- 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open
- 27686: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; multiple tendons (through same incision), each
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Long Leg Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Full leg cast
- Thigh to toe cast
- Leg cast application
- Full leg immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Hamstring Release Surgery
- Hamstring Recession
- Tight Hamstring Surgery
- Proximal Hamstring Release
CPT Codes:
- 27097: Release or recession, hamstring, proximal
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip arthrogram injection
- Diagnostic hip injection
- Hip pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
- Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity
CPT Codes:
- 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Snyder accept my insurance?
Dr. Snyder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Snyder accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Snyder in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health New England
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Snyder's office located?
What is Dr. Snyder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Snyder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316963127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Snyder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Snyder
What is Dr. Brian Snyder's specialty?
Dr. Snyder is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Boston, MA. 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. Snyder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Snyder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Snyder is affiliated with Emerson Health, Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Lowell General Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital 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 Brian Snyder accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Snyder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Snyder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Snyder's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Snyder?
Please contact Dr. Snyder's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Snyder have?
Dr. Brian Snyder is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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