Dr. Ashley Simela, DO
Bronx, NY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simela, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Ashley Simela, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. Dr. Simela graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Simela is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simela’s office at (718) 518-5814.
Where did Dr. Simela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Simela speak?
Dr. Simela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Simela typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Simela 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. Simela. 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:
- Other 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:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
- Joint Disorder
- PVNS
- Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
- Giant Cell Tumor of Tendon Sheath
- Villonodular Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12212: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), left shoulder
- M12211: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), right shoulder
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:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Simela typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Simela 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. Simela. 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:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Synovectomy (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Lining Removal
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for Synovium
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])
- 29821: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; synovectomy, complete
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Scope Surgery
- Shoulder Adhesiolysis
- Frozen Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Cleaning
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)
- 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
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
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Simela accept my insurance?
Dr. Simela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 518-5814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simela accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Simela in Bronx, 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
Amtrust North America
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEICO
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
NJM Insurance Group
Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of the City of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simela's office located?
What is Dr. Simela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962723528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simela
What is Dr. Ashley Simela's specialty?
Dr. Simela is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Bronx, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ashley Simela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simela is affiliated with Hudson Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ashley Simela accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Simela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Simela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simela's office at (718) 518-5814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Simela?
Please contact Dr. Simela's office at (718) 518-5814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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