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Dr. Nicholas Richardson, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richardson, Orthopedic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Nicholas Richardson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richardson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office at (440) 260-3731.

    What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?

    Dr. Richardson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Richardson typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Right Ankle
    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Right Ankle Strain
    • Twisted Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Left Ankle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
    • S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Richardson typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
    • Phalanx Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Finger Fracture Care
    • Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
    • 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 260-3731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Richardson 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

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Richardson's Primary Practice

    5 E 98th St

    New York, NY 10029

    (440) 260-3731

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    What is Dr. Richardson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093192718.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richardson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richardson

    What is Dr. Nicholas Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Richardson is an 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 Dr. Nicholas Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, 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 Dr. Nicholas Richardson accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (440) 260-3731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (440) 260-3731 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Richardson's office is located in New York, NY.