Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Frendo, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Commack, NY?
Dr. Christopher Frendo, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Commack, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Frendo completed his residency at Memorial Hospital. He is a member of the NORTH AMERICAN SPINE SOCIETY (NASS), AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDICS (AOAO), AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS (AAOS), AMERICAN OSTESOPATHIC ASSOCIATION (AOA), NYS MEDICAL SOCIETY, and SUFFOLK COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY. Dr. Frendo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frendo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frendo’s office at (631) 462-2225.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Frendo?
Dr. Christopher Frendo, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Frendo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Fusion, Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Commack/NY community, Dr. Frendo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Frendo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Hospital | Memorial Hospital of York | Memorial Hospital, York, Pennsylvania
Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicin--Erie
Is Dr. Frendo board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Frendo, DO is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2012
What languages does Dr. Frendo speak?
Dr. Frendo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Frendo treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Frendo 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. Frendo. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
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:
- Other Depressive Episodes
- Depression
- Atypical depression
- Unspecified depressive disorder
- Other forms of depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3289: Other specified depressive episodes
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Which procedures does Dr. Frendo perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Frendo may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frendo's office.
Does Dr. Frendo accept my insurance?
Dr. Frendo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 462-2225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frendo accept in Commack, NY?
Dr. Frendo in Commack, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF)
State of Maine
Suffolk County (NY)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Frendo's office located?
Dr. Christopher Frendo's Primary Practice
763 Larkfield Rd Fl 2
Commack, NY 11725
(631) 462-2225
Dr. Christopher Frendo's Practice 3
887 Old Country Rd Ste D
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 462-2225
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
NORTH AMERICAN SPINE SOCIETY (NASS)
Member
AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDICS (AOAO)
Member
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS (AAOS)
Member
AMERICAN OSTESOPATHIC ASSOCIATION (AOA)
Member
NYS MEDICAL SOCIETY
Member
SUFFOLK COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY
Member
What is Dr. Frendo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frendo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043390917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frendo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frendo
What is Dr. Christopher Frendo's specialty?
Dr. Frendo is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Commack, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Frendo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Frendo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frendo is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, NY, St. Catherine of Siena Hospital, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, Peconic Bay Medical Center 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 Christopher Frendo accepting new patients in Commack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Frendo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Frendo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frendo's office at (631) 462-2225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Frendo?
Please contact Dr. Frendo's office at (631) 462-2225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Frendo have?
Dr. Christopher Frendo is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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