17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skovrlj, Neurosurgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Skovrlj completed his residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, The American Academy of Neurological Surgery, The Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and The Scoliosis Research Society. Dr. Skovrlj is fluent in English, Croatian, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skovrlj’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skovrlj’s office at (973) 633-1122.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Skovrlj?
Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Skovrlj empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Surgery-Reoperation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Skovrlj is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Skovrlj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Residency: The Mount Sinai Hospital
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | Clayton College Of Natural Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skovrlj speak?
Dr. Skovrlj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Skovrlj treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Skovrlj 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. Skovrlj. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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 Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Skovrlj perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Skovrlj 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. Skovrlj. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Additional Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior/Interbody)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Multi-Level Lumbar Fusion
- Posterior Interbody Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Laminectomy with Fusion (Additional Level)
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22634: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Fusion Exploration
- Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
- Spinal Instrumentation (Front Approach)
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Spine fusion check
- Investigate spinal fusion
- Spinal fusion revision assessment
- Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
- 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22846: Anterior instrumentation; 4 to 7 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
- Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
- Extra Level Spine Fusion
- Spinal Segment Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Spinal Decompression for Lumbar Fusion (Additional Segment)
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
- Laminectomy (Additional Segment)
- Facetectomy (Additional Segment)
- Foraminotomy (Additional Segment)
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63053: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Direct Repair of Blood Vessel in the Abdomen
- Abdominal Blood Vessel Repair
- Intra-Abdominal Vascular Repair
- Open Abdominal Blood Vessel Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 35221: Repair Blood Vessel, Direct; Intra-Abdominal
Does Dr. Skovrlj accept my insurance?
Dr. Skovrlj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 633-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skovrlj accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Skovrlj in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
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Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
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Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Skovrlj's office located?
Dr. Branko Skovrlj's Primary Practice
5 E 98th St # 1259
New York, NY 10029
(973) 633-1122
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 4 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Branko Skovrlj an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Skovrlj has been rated and reviewed by 4 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Skovrlj, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
North American Spine Society
Member
Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Member
The American Academy of Neurological Surgery
Member
The Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Member
The Scoliosis Research Society
Member
Awards
North American Spine Society Resident Research Award
North American Spine Society
North American Spine Society Value Award
North American Spine Society
North American Spine Society Resident Research Award
North American Spine Society
North American Spine Society Resident Research Award
North American Spine Society
O.C. Lam III Award for Excellence in the Biological Sciences
honor issuerClayton State University
O.C. Lam III Award for Excellence in the Biological Sciences
honor issuerClayton State University
O.C. Lam III Award for Excellence in the Biological Sciences
honor issuerClayton State University
What is Dr. Skovrlj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skovrlj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649414954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skovrlj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skovrlj
What is Dr. Branko Skovrlj's specialty?
Dr. Skovrlj is a Neurosurgeon near New York, NY. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Skovrlj to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Branko Skovrlj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skovrlj is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University 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 Branko Skovrlj accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Branko Skovrlj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Branko Skovrlj offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Skovrlj, or call (973) 633-1122 for more information.
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