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Dr. Charles Milchteim, MD

Dr. Charles Milchteim, MD

Garden City, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Milchteim, Orthopedic Surgeon in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Charles Milchteim, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Garden City, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Milchteim graduated from State University of New York (S.U.N.Y.) at Buffalo and completed his residency at George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Milchteim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Milchteim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Milchteim’s office at (516) 302-8180.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Milchteim?

    Dr. Charles Milchteim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic 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. Milchteim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Knee Surgery, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Garden City/NY community, Dr. Milchteim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Andrews Research and Education Institute

    • Residency: George Washington University Medical Center

    • Medical School: State University of New York (S.U.N.Y.) at Buffalo

    What languages does Dr. Milchteim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Milchteim treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Knee Joint Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Internal Knee Derangement
    • Knee Joint Problem
    • Knee Instability

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee
    • M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231D: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, subsequent encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    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

    Also known as:

    • Calcific Tendinitis of Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Calcific Tendonitis
    • Shoulder Calcification
    • Calcium Deposits in Shoulder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7532: Calcific tendinitis of left shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Milchteim perform?

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

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee abrasion arthroplasty
    • Knee microfracture surgery
    • Knee chondroplasty
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
    • 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
    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • 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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation
    • Knee Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
    • Plica Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
    • 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
    • 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])
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
    • 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:

    • Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
    • Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
    • Triceps tendon repair surgery
    • Tendon graft for arm

    CPT Codes:

    • 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

    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
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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. Milchteim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Milchteim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 302-8180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Milchteim accept in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Milchteim in Garden City, 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

    • Corporate Services

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Milchteim's office located?

    Dr. Charles Milchteim's Primary Practice

    1101 Stewart Ave Ste 100

    Garden City, NY 11530

    (516) 302-8180

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    Dr. Charles Milchteim's Practice 2

    1728 Sunrise Hwy

    Merrick, NY 11566

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Charles Milchteim?

    Dr. Milchteim has appointments available at his Garden City, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Milchteim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952547952.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Milchteim?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Milchteim's specialty?

    Dr. Milchteim is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Garden City, 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. Milchteim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Milchteim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Milchteim is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, Long Island Jewish 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 Charles Milchteim accepting new patients in Garden City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Milchteim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Milchteim offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Milchteim, or call (516) 302-8180 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Milchteim?

    Please contact Dr. Milchteim's office at (516) 302-8180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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