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Who is Dr. Salama, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Andrew Salama, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salama is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salama’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salama’s office.
What languages does Dr. Salama speak?
Dr. Salama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Salama typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Salama 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. Salama. 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:
- Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
- Benign Skull or Face Bone Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Non-cancerous jaw growth
- Benign mandible neoplasm
- Jaw lump
- Non-cancerous head bone growth
- Benign facial bone neoplasm
- Skull lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone
- D164: Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C023: Malignant neoplasm of anterior two-thirds of tongue, part unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Mandibular Cancer
- Lower Jaw Cancer
- Malignant Mandible Tumor
- Skull Cancer
- Facial Bone Cancer
- Head Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible
- C410: Malignant neoplasm of bones of skull and face
Also known as:
- Other Oral Epithelium Disturbances
- Mouth Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Oral Lining Problems
- Mouth Tissue Issues
- Tongue Epithelium Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1329: Other disturbances of oral epithelium, including tongue
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Tongue Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Tongue Disorder
- Benign tongue tumor
- Tongue neoplasm
- Non-malignant tongue mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D101: Benign neoplasm of tongue
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Salama typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Salama 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. Salama. 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:
- Jaw Tumor or Cyst Removal
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Bone Cyst Removal
- Oral Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21046: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible; requiring intra-oral osteotomy (eg, locally aggressive or destructive lesion[s])
Also known as:
- Maxilla Tumor Removal (Oral Surgery)
- Upper Jaw Tumor Excision
- Maxillary Cyst Removal
- Intra-oral Osteotomy for Tumor
- Benign Maxilla Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21048: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of maxilla; requiring intra-oral osteotomy (eg, locally aggressive or destructive lesion[s])
Also known as:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
- Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Surgical Bone Biopsy
- Humeral Shaft Biopsy
- Femoral Shaft Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)
Also known as:
- Oromaxillary Fistula Repair
- Oral fistula repair
- Maxillary sinus fistula closure
- Mouth-to-sinus fistula repair
- Oroantral fistula repair
CPT Codes:
- 30580: Repair fistula; oromaxillary (combine with 31030 if antrotomy is included)
Also known as:
- Radical Maxillary Sinus Surgery (Caldwell-Luc)
- Caldwell-Luc Procedure
- Maxillary Antrotomy
- Sinus Opening Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31030: Sinusotomy, maxillary (antrotomy); radical (Caldwell-Luc) without removal of antrochoanal polyps
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Partial Tongue Removal
- Partial glossectomy
- Tongue resection
- Tongue surgery for cancer
- Removal of part of tongue
CPT Codes:
- 41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue
Does Dr. Salama accept my insurance?
Dr. Salama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salama accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Salama in New Hyde Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Salama's office located?
What is Dr. Salama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386788479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salama
What is Dr. Andrew Salama's specialty?
Dr. Salama is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near New Hyde Park, NY.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Andrew Salama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salama is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, South Shore University Hospital, Boston 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 Andrew Salama accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Salama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Salama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salama's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Salama?
Please contact Dr. Salama's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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