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Dr. Neel Shah, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Neel Shah, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (212) 249-3840.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shah?

    Dr. Neel Shah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine 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. Shah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical and Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement, Microscopic Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Motion Preservation Spine Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Shah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shah 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. Shah. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shah 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. Shah. 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:

    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
    • Neck Disc Replacement
    • Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
    • Cervical Total Disc Replacement
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
    • 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 249-3840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shah in New York, 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

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Neel Shah's Primary Practice

    425 E 79th St Ste 1H

    New York, NY 10075

    (212) 249-3840

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    Dr. Neel Shah's Practice 2

    2248 31st St

    Astoria, NY 11105

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    Dr. Neel Shah's Practice 3

    1865 Broadway

    New York, NY 10023

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

    Dr. Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871811331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?

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

    What is Dr. Neel Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near New York, NY. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neel Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is Neel Shah accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Neel Shah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neel Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (212) 249-3840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neel Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (212) 249-3840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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