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Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass, MD
North Bergen, NJ
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez-Zfass, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in North Bergen, NJ?
Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Bergen, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mendez-Zfass is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez-Zfass’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez-Zfass’s office at (212) 737-3301.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mendez-Zfass?
Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Mendez-Zfass empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery-Hip, Arthroscopic Surgery-Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Arthroscopy- Elbow, Cartilage Repair/Restoration, Fractures, Knee Injuries/Ligament Surgery, Shoulder Arthroplasty, Sports Medicine, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the North Bergen, NJ community, Dr. Mendez-Zfass is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Mendez-Zfass speak?
Dr. Mendez-Zfass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendez-Zfass typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mendez-Zfass 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. Mendez-Zfass. 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:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendez-Zfass typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mendez-Zfass 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. Mendez-Zfass. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Mendez-Zfass accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez-Zfass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 737-3301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez-Zfass accept in North Bergen, NJ?
Dr. Mendez-Zfass in North Bergen, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mendez-Zfass' office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass?
Dr. Mendez-Zfass has appointments available at his North Bergen, NJ office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Mendez-Zfass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendez-Zfass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144462847.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez-Zfass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendez-Zfass
What is Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass's specialty?
Dr. Mendez-Zfass is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near North Bergen, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez-Zfass is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Mendez-Zfass accepting new patients in North Bergen, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Mendez-Zfass offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mendez-Zfass, or call (212) 737-3301 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Mendez-Zfass?
Please contact Dr. Mendez-Zfass's office at (212) 737-3301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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