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Who is Dr. Albano, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Montclair, NJ?
Dr. Joseph Albano, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Montclair, NJ. Dr. Albano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albano’s office at (973) 783-1444.
What languages does Dr. Albano speak?
Dr. Albano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Albano typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Albano 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. Albano. 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:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Ligament Sprain
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar Sprain
- Back Ligament Injury
- Twisted Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- S335XXD: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Sprain of Lower Back Ligaments
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar Spine Sprain
- Stretched Lower Back Ligaments
- Lower Back Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S335XXA: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, initial encounter
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Albano typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Albano 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. Albano. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
Does Dr. Albano accept my insurance?
Dr. Albano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 783-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albano accept in Montclair, NJ?
Dr. Albano in Montclair, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Albano's office located?
Dr. Joseph Albano's Primary Practice
242 Claremont Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 783-1444
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph Albano?
Dr. Albano has appointments available at his Montclair, NJ office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Albano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548656820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albano
What is Dr. Joseph Albano's specialty?
Dr. Albano is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Montclair, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joseph Albano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albano is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Clara Maass Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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
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Is Joseph Albano accepting new patients in Montclair, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Albano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Albano offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Albano, or call (973) 783-1444 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Albano?
Please contact Dr. Albano's office at (973) 783-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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