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Who is Dr. Salama, Diagnostic Radiologist in New York, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Salama?
Dr. Gayle Salama, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Diagnostic Radiologist 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. Salama empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Imaging, CT Scan, Head & Neck Radiology, MRI, Spinal Imaging & Intervention, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Salama is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Salama speak?
Dr. Salama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Salama typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Salama 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. Salama. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Salama typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Salama 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. Salama. 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:
- Epidural Blood Patch Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Blood patch for spinal headache
- Epidural leak repair
- Spinal fluid leak treatment
- Epidural injection for headache
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62273: Injection, epidural, of blood or clot patch
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
- Spinal injection for imaging
- Lumbar myelography injection
- CT scan contrast injection spine
CPT Codes:
- 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Cervical or Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
- Cervical nerve root block
- Thoracic nerve block with fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 64480: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Salama accept my insurance?
Dr. Salama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-2527 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salama accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Salama 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)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Salama's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Salama affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Salama has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Salama's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386907343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salama