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Dr. Joy Charnesky

Neurosurgeon

Ridgewood, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Charnesky, Neurosurgeon in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Joy Charnesky is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Charnesky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charnesky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charnesky’s office at (201) 327-8600.

    What languages does Dr. Charnesky speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Charnesky typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Charnesky 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. Charnesky. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Does Dr. Charnesky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charnesky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 327-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Charnesky accept in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Charnesky in Ridgewood, NJ 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)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Charnesky's office located?

    Dr. Joy Charnesky's Primary Practice

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 200

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

    (201) 327-8600

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    Dr. Joy Charnesky's Practice 2

    121 Highway 36 Ste 330

    West Long Branch, NJ 07764

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

    Dr. Charnesky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558915140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charnesky?

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

    What is Dr. Joy Charnesky's specialty?

    Dr. Charnesky is a Neurosurgeon near Ridgewood, NJ.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Joy Charnesky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Charnesky is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Centrastate 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joy Charnesky accepting new patients in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joy Charnesky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joy Charnesky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charnesky's office at (201) 327-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joy Charnesky?

    Please contact Dr. Charnesky's office at (201) 327-8600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Charnesky's office located?

    Dr. Charnesky's offices are located in Ridgewood, NJ and West Long Branch, NJ.