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Dr. James Dowdell, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. James Dowdell, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dowdell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowdell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowdell’s office at (212) 224-7980.

    What languages does Dr. Dowdell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dowdell treat?

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

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical 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:

    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    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 Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    What procedures does Dr. Dowdell perform?

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

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (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:

    • 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. Dowdell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowdell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 224-7980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Dowdell 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dowdell's office located?

    Dr. James Dowdell's Primary Practice

    535 E 70th St

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 224-7980

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    Dr. James Dowdell's Practice 2

    1499 E Venice Ave

    Venice, FL 34292

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    Dr. James Dowdell's Practice 3

    140 E Ridgewood Ave # 175S

    Paramus, NJ 07652

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

    Dr. Dowdell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518384957.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowdell?

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

    What is Dr. James Dowdell's specialty?

    Dr. Dowdell 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. Dowdell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Dowdell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dowdell is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Hospital for Special Surgery, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is James Dowdell accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Dowdell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Dowdell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowdell's office at (212) 224-7980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Dowdell?

    Please contact Dr. Dowdell's office at (212) 224-7980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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