Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benatar, Orthopedic Surgeon in Massapequa, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Benatar?
Dr. David Benatar, 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. Benatar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Herniated Discs, Spinal Disorders, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Surgery, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Massapequa, NY community, Dr. Benatar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Benatar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Orthopedic Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery | SUNY Health Science Center Brooklyn
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Benatar board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Benatar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Benatar speak?
Dr. Benatar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Croatian
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Benatar typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Benatar 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. Benatar. 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Back Muscle Spasm
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Back Muscle Cramp
- Spasms in Back
- Lower Back Spasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62830: Muscle spasm of back
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Benatar typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Benatar 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. Benatar. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Benatar accept my insurance?
Dr. Benatar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 785-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benatar accept in Massapequa, NY?
Dr. Benatar in Massapequa, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Carlyle Holdings
Centene Corporation
County of Suffolk
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Tower Life Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benatar's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Benatar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Benatar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Benatar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benatar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609938190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benatar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benatar