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Dr. Neal Blitz

Dr. Neal Blitz

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blitz, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Neal Blitz is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Blitz graduated from Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Blitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blitz’s office at (212) 776-4250.

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

    • Residency: Swedish Medical Center

    • Medical School: Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    Is Dr. Blitz board certified as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Neal Blitz is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Blitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Blitz typically treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Blitz 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. Blitz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Bunion
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Valgus
    • Big Toe Deformity
    • Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
    • M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot

    Also known as:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot
    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Blitz typically perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Blitz 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. Blitz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
    • Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hallux Valgus Correction
    • Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
    • Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
    • Toe Phalangeal Osteotomy
    • Toe Shortening Surgery
    • Toe Deformity Correction
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
    • 28312: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; other phalanges, any toe
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
    • Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
    • Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
    • Big toe bunion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each

    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:

    • Toe Joint Capsule Release
    • Toe Capsulotomy
    • Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
    • Toe Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Blitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 776-4250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Blitz 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blitz's office located?

    Dr. Neal Blitz's Primary Practice

    120 E 56th St Rm 800

    New York, NY 10022

    (212) 776-4250

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    Dr. Neal Blitz's Practice 2

    800A 5th Ave

    New York, NY 10065

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

    Dr. Blitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982788972.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blitz?

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

    What is Dr. Neal Blitz's specialty?

    Dr. Blitz is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near New York, NY.

    What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?

    Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.

    Is this Dr. Neal Blitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blitz is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mills-Peninsula 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 Neal Blitz accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Neal Blitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neal Blitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blitz's office at (212) 776-4250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neal Blitz?

    Please contact Dr. Blitz's office at (212) 776-4250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neal Blitz have?

    Dr. Neal Blitz is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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