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Who is Dr. Melamed, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Eitan Melamed, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melamed is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melamed’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melamed’s office at (212) 340-0000.
What languages does Dr. Melamed speak?
Dr. Melamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Melamed treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Melamed 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. Melamed. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left wrist
- Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
- Heberden's Nodes (Finger Joint Swelling)
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Heberden's Arthritis
- Finger Osteoarthritis Nodes
- Distal Interphalangeal Joint Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19032: Primary osteoarthritis, left wrist
- M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist
- M151: Heberden's nodes (with arthropathy)
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
- M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Hand Contracture
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Stiff Right Hand
- Right Hand Joint Stiffness
- Limited Right Hand Movement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24541: Contracture, right hand
Also known as:
- Fracture of the Lower Radius
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Broken Wrist
- Radius Fracture near Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572A: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Stiff Left Hand
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Left hand rigidity
- Limited left hand movement
- Left hand immobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25642: Stiffness of left hand, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Broken Hand Bone
- Fractures
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Fractured hand
- Hand bone break
- Metacarpal fracture
- Broken finger bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S62336A: Displaced fracture of neck of fifth metacarpal bone, right hand, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Melamed perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Melamed 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. Melamed. 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:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Finger or Thumb Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Phalangeal Fracture Treatment
- Broken Finger Tip Treatment
- Thumb Fracture Care without Manipulation
- Phalangeal Fracture Non-Surgical
CPT Codes:
- 26750: Closed treatment of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
Also known as:
- Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
- Ganglion cyst removal hand
- Tendon sheath lesion excision
- Mucous cyst removal finger
CPT Codes:
- 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Melamed accept my insurance?
Dr. Melamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 340-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melamed accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Melamed in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melamed's office located?
What is Dr. Melamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528314762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melamed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melamed
What is Dr. Eitan Melamed's specialty?
Dr. Melamed is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Elmhurst, NY. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Melamed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eitan Melamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melamed is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, Jersey City Medical Center, Mount Sinai Queens 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 Eitan Melamed accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Eitan Melamed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eitan Melamed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melamed's office at (212) 340-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eitan Melamed?
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