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Dr. Nicholas Morrissey, MD

Dr. Nicholas Morrissey, MD

New York, NY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morrissey, Vascular Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Nicholas Morrissey, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Morrissey graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. Morrissey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morrissey’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morrissey’s office at (917) 300-0553.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Morrissey?

    Dr. Nicholas Morrissey, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular 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. Morrissey empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Abdominal & Thoracic Aortic, Carotid Endarterectomy, Endovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Morrissey is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Morrissey board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Morrissey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2003, American Board of Surgery since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Morrissey speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Morrissey treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Morrissey 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. Morrissey. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    What procedures does Dr. Morrissey perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Morrissey 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. Morrissey. 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Upper Arm)
    • Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
    • AV Fistula Creation with Patient's Own Tissue
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cephalic Vein Transposition
    • Dialysis Access Creation
    • AV Fistula Creation
    • Basilic Vein Fistula
    • Dialysis Access Fistula
    • Upper Arm AV Fistula
    • Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Dialysis Fistula Surgery
    • Arteriovenous Graft
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36818: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm cephalic vein transposition
    • 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
    • 36825: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); autogenous graft

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment
    • Sclerotherapy for veins
    • Foam injection for varicose veins
    • Varicose vein injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
    • 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
    • AV fistula repair
    • Dialysis graft revision
    • Open AV fistula revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Fistula Ligation or Banding
    • Removal of Infected Vascular Graft in Arm or Leg
    • AV Fistula Closure
    • Fistula Banding
    • Angioaccess Revision
    • Infected Graft Excision
    • Vascular Graft Infection Removal
    • Limb Graft Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
    • 35903: Excision of infected graft; extremity

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment
    • Endovenous Chemical Ablation
    • Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
    • Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
    • VenaSeal Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
    • 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound
    • IVUS for Blood Vessels
    • Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Blood Vessel Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Artery Catheter Placement
    • Major Vein Catheter Insertion
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
    • Selective Arterial Catheterization
    • Diagnostic Artery Catheter
    • Abdominal Artery Catheter
    • Central Venous Catheter Placement
    • Vena Cava Catheterization
    • IVC/SVC Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
    • 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
    • 36010: Introduction of catheter, superior or inferior vena cava

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Stent Placement
    • Femoral Artery Stenting
    • Popliteal Artery Stenting
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Endovascular Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
    • Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
    • Femoral Artery Angioplasty
    • Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization
    • Percutaneous Femoral Access
    • Endograft Delivery Access
    • Artery Closure Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
    • 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
    • AV Fistula Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Artery Blockage Removal
    • Femoral thromboendarterectomy
    • Common femoral artery plaque removal
    • Leg artery clot removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 35371: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; common femoral

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
    • Carotid endarterectomy
    • Neck artery surgery
    • Vertebral artery clearing
    • Subclavian artery clearing

    CPT Codes:

    • 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Tibial Artery Angioplasty
    • Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Unna Boot Application
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Wound Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Fluid Collection
    • Incision and Drainage
    • Hematoma Drainage
    • Seroma Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Toe Amputation
    • Lower Leg Amputation
    • Partial Foot Amputation
    • Leg Re-Amputation
    • Thigh Amputation
    • Limb Loss
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation
    • Tibial-Fibular Amputation
    • Leg Removal Surgery
    • Below-Knee Amputation
    • Transmetatarsal amputation
    • Foot removal surgery
    • Forefoot amputation
    • Tibia and Fibula Re-Amputation
    • Lower Leg Amputation Revision
    • Repeat Leg Amputation
    • Leg Amputation (Femur)
    • Above-Knee Amputation
    • Femoral Amputation

    CPT Codes:

    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
    • 27880: Amputation, leg, through tibia and fibula;
    • 28805: Amputation, foot; transmetatarsal
    • 27886: Amputation, leg, through tibia and fibula; re-amputation
    • 27590: Amputation, thigh, through femur, any level;

    Also known as:

    • Brain Fluid Shunt Placement (Ventriculo-Atrial/Jugular)
    • Ventriculo-Atrial Shunt
    • Ventriculo-Jugular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 62220: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-atrial, -jugular, -auricular

    Also known as:

    • Sclerotherapy for Fluid Collection
    • Cyst Sclerotherapy
    • Lymphocele Treatment
    • Seroma Injection
    • Fluid Drainage and Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 49185: Sclerotherapy of a fluid collection (eg, lymphocele, cyst, or seroma), percutaneous, including contrast injection(s), sclerosant injection(s), diagnostic study, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound, fluoroscopy) and radiological supervision and interpretation when performed

    Does Dr. Morrissey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morrissey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Morrissey in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Morrissey's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian, Vascular Surgery

    NewYork-Presbyterian, Vascular Surgery

    161 Fort Washington Avenue

    Suite 538

    New York, NY 10032

    (917) 300-0553

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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

    Dr. Morrissey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316018724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morrissey?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Morrissey's specialty?

    Dr. Morrissey is a Vascular Surgeon near New York, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Morrissey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Morrissey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morrissey is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Nicholas Morrissey accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Morrissey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Morrissey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morrissey's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Morrissey?

    Please contact Dr. Morrissey's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Morrissey have?

    Dr. Nicholas Morrissey is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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