Who is Dr. Harris, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Pompton Plains, NJ?
Dr. Colin Harris, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pompton Plains, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harris completed his residency at University Of Medicine and Dentistry Of Nj. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Onondaga County Medical Society, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Harris is fluent in English, Korean, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (201) 267-6898.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Harris?
Dr. Colin Harris, 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. Harris empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Revision Spine Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Spinal Disc Replacement, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Complex, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Pompton Plains/NJ community, Dr. Harris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Harris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University, Spine | Shriner's Burn Hospital for Children, Scoliosis and Pediatric Spinal Deformity
Residency: University Of Medicine and Dentistry Of Nj
Is Dr. Harris board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Colin Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2012
What languages does Dr. Harris speak?
Dr. Harris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Harris treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
Neck Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Neck Injuries and Disorder
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:
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar 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:
Fusion of Neck Spine
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Fused Neck Vertebrae
Cervical Spine Fusion
Neck Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical 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 and Pelvis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
What procedures does Dr. Harris perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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 (Combined Technique)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
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 interbody fusion (PLIF)
Spine fusion surgery lower back
Lumbar arthrodesis
Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
Lower Back Fusion Surgery
Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
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)
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;
22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
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:
Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Laminotomy
Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Lower Back Fusion
Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
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 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:
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:
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:
Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
Laminectomy with Fusion
Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
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)
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. Harris accept my insurance?
Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 267-6898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Pompton Plains, NJ?
Dr. Harris in Pompton Plains, NJ 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. Colin Harris?
Dr. Harris has appointments available at his Pompton Plains, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North American Spine Society
Member
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Member
Onondaga County Medical Society
Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Member
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member
Awards
Alfred Behrens Award of Excellence
Frederick Buechel Resident Research Award
What is Dr. Harris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194979435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harris
What is Dr. Colin Harris's specialty?
Dr. Harris is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Pompton Plains, NJ.
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. Harris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Colin Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Harris is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
University Hospital - Newark.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Colin Harris accepting new patients in Pompton Plains, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Colin Harris is accepting new patients at this time.