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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharan, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Alok Sharan, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharan graduated from New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Sharan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharan’s office at (732) 315-5895.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sharan?
Dr. Alok Sharan, 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. Sharan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Myelopathy, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Cervical, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yonkers/NY community, Dr. Sharan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sharan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NYU/ MHCDS: Dartmouth
Residency: Albany Medical Center
Medical School: Boston University | New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Sharan speak?
Dr. Sharan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sharan treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sharan 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. Sharan. 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:
- 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 Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Sharan perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sharan 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. Sharan. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (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
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sharan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 315-5895 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharan accept in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Sharan in Yonkers, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Community Health Network
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Spectrum
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sharan's office located?
Dr. Alok Sharan's Primary Practice
984 N Broadway Ste 510
Yonkers, NY 10701
(732) 315-5895
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 10 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
85% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Alok Sharan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sharan has been rated and reviewed by 10 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sharan, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sharan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265569255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharan
What is Dr. Alok Sharan's specialty?
Dr. Sharan is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Yonkers, 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. Sharan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alok Sharan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharan is affiliated with White Plains 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
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Is Alok Sharan accepting new patients in Yonkers, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alok Sharan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Sharan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharan's office at (732) 315-5895 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Sharan?
Please contact Dr. Sharan's office at (732) 315-5895 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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