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Who is Dr. Cho, Orthopedic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Samuel Cho, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cho is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (212) 241-8892.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cho?
Dr. Samuel Cho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Myelopathy, Knee & Shoulder Pain, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Osteoporosis Spine-Kyphoplasty, Scoliosis, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Cervical, Spondylolisthesis, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Cho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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.
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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal 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 Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
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)
- 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;
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:
- 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:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
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
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8892 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Cho in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Employer Direct Healthcare
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Samuel Cho?
Dr. Cho has appointments available at his New York, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538318209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Samuel Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Samuel Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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 Samuel Cho accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Cho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Cho offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cho, or call (212) 241-8892 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (212) 241-8892 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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