Who is Dr. Faust, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Bohemia, NY?
Dr. Alfred Faust, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bohemia, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Faust graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Dr. Faust is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faust’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faust’s office at (631) 289-0338.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Faust?
Dr. Alfred Faust, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine 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. Faust empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Surgery, Joint Replacement, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Neck, Telemedicine, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Bohemia/NY community, Dr. Faust is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Faust go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Faust speak?
Dr. Faust and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Faust treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Faust 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. Faust. 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:
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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 Spondylosis
Neck Spondylosis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Spondylosis
Lower Back Arthritis
Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
Cervical Spondylosis
Neck Arthritis
Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical 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
Also known as:
Other Post-Surgery Condition
Postoperative State
Recovery After Surgery
Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Faust perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Faust 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. Faust. 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:
Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Neck Disc Replacement
Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
Cervical Total Disc Replacement
Lumbar Laminotomy
Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Lower Back Fusion
Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
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
63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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)
22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
Interbody Device Implantation
Spinal Fusion with Cage
Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
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:
Non-Surgical Bone Healing Stimulation
Electrical Bone Growth Stimulation
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Bone Stimulator Treatment
CPT Codes:
20974: Electrical stimulation to aid bone healing; noninvasive (nonoperative)
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:
Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
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)
Does Dr. Faust accept my insurance?
Dr. Faust accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 289-0338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faust accept in Bohemia, NY?
Dr. Faust in Bohemia, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alfred Faust?
Dr. Faust has appointments available at his Bohemia, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Faust's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760408199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faust?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faust
What is Dr. Alfred Faust's specialty?
Dr. Faust is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Bohemia, NY.
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. Contact Dr. Faust to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alfred Faust affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faust 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 Alfred Faust accepting new patients in Bohemia, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Faust is accepting new patients at this time.
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