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Dr. Joshua Dines, MD

Dr. Joshua Dines, MD

Uniondale, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dines, Orthopedic Surgeon in Uniondale, NY?

    Dr. Joshua Dines, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Uniondale, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Dines completed his residency at Hospital for Special Surgery. He is a member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Society, American Orthopaedic Society Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and American Shoulder and Elbow Society American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine Arthroscopy Ass. Dr. Dines is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dines’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dines’s office at (516) 482-1037.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dines?

    Dr. Joshua Dines, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dines empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in ACL Injuries, Arthroscopic Surgery, Meniscus Tear, Shoulder & Knee Surgery, Shoulder Replacement, Sports Medicine, Telemedicine, Tendon Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Uniondale/NY community, Dr. Dines is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Dines go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hospital for Special Surgery

    Is Dr. Dines board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Dines, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dines speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dines treat?

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

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Instability
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose left shoulder
    • Unstable left shoulder joint
    • Left shoulder hypermobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25312: Other instability, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Joint Instability
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Shoulder Joint Looseness
    • Weak Right Shoulder Joint
    • Right Shoulder Hypermobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25311: Other instability, right shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Dines perform?

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

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair

    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)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
    • Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
    • Triceps tendon repair surgery
    • Tendon graft for arm

    CPT Codes:

    • 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

    Also known as:

    • Tennis Elbow Tendon Repair with Debridement
    • Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Epicondylitis Repair
    • Elbow Tendon Release and Repair
    • Open Tendon Debridement Elbow

    CPT Codes:

    • 24359: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); debridement, soft tissue and/or bone, open with tendon repair or reattachment

    Also known as:

    • Upper Arm or Elbow Tendon/Muscle Repair
    • Bicep Tendon Repair
    • Elbow Muscle Surgery
    • Arm Tendon Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 24341: Repair, tendon or muscle, upper arm or elbow, each tendon or muscle, primary or secondary (excludes rotator cuff)

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Stabilization with Coracoid Transfer
    • Latarjet Procedure
    • Coracoid Transfer Surgery
    • Anterior Capsulorrhaphy Shoulder
    • Shoulder Instability Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23462: Capsulorrhaphy, anterior, any type; with coracoid process transfer

    Does Dr. Dines accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 482-1037 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dines accept in Uniondale, NY?

    Dr. Dines in Uniondale, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Bankers Fidelity

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Rockford Health Plans

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Dines' office located?

    Dr. Joshua Dines' Primary Practice

    333 Earle Ovington Blvd Ste 106

    Uniondale, NY 11553

    (516) 482-1037

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Shoulder and Elbow Society

    Member

    American Orthopaedic Society Sports Medicine

    Member

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Member

    American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

    Member

    American Shoulder and Elbow Society American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine Arthroscopy Ass

    Member

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

    Awards

    Eastern Orthopaedic Association

    Founders Award

    American Society Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting

    Joseph H. Boyes Award

    Outstanding Research Paper, New York Hand Society Meeting

    Finalist, OREF Northeast Regional Research Competition, 2002, 2005, 2

    Charles Neer Award for Excellence in Shoulder Research, Finalist 2005

    Melvin Post Award Nominee

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

    Dr. Dines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194888297.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dines?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Dines's specialty?

    Dr. Dines is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Uniondale, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Dines to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Dines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dines is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Joshua Dines accepting new patients in Uniondale, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Dines is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Dines offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dines's office at (516) 482-1037 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Dines?

    Please contact Dr. Dines's office at (516) 482-1037 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Dines have?

    Dr. Joshua Dines is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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