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Who is Dr. Lavelle, Orthopedic Surgeon in Camillus, NY?
Dr. William Lavelle, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Camillus, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lavelle graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY and NEW YORK STATE ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY. Dr. Lavelle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lavelle’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lavelle’s office at (315) 464-4472.
Where did Dr. Lavelle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Cleveland Clinic, Spine Surgery
Residency: Albany Medical Center
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Hahnemann University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lavelle board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. William Lavelle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2010
What languages does Dr. Lavelle speak?
Dr. Lavelle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lavelle typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lavelle 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. Lavelle. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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 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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lavelle typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lavelle 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. Lavelle. 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:
- 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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
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. Lavelle accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavelle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-4472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lavelle accept in Camillus, NY?
Dr. Lavelle in Camillus, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lavelle's office located?
Dr. William Lavelle's Primary Practice
208 Township Blvd Ste 200
Camillus, NY 13031
(315) 464-4472
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Member
NEW YORK STATE ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY
Member
What is Dr. Lavelle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lavelle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134247646.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lavelle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lavelle
What is Dr. William Lavelle's specialty?
Dr. Lavelle is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Camillus, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Lavelle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lavelle is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upstate Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 William Lavelle accepting new patients in Camillus, NY?
Yes, Dr. William Lavelle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Lavelle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lavelle's office at (315) 464-4472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Lavelle?
Please contact Dr. Lavelle's office at (315) 464-4472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Lavelle have?
Dr. William Lavelle is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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