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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Stephen O'brien is a Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (212) 606-1011.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. O'brien?
Dr. Stephen O'brien is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. O'brien empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Knee Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. O'brien is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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 Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Scar Tissue Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee Scope for Adhesions
- Arthroscopic Lysis of Knee Adhesions
- Knee Manipulation Under Anesthesia
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
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 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
- 29884: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with lysis of adhesions, with or without manipulation (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in New York, NY?
Dr. O'brien 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
New York Life Insurance Company
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720002686.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Stephen O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Specialist near New York, NY.
Is this Dr. Stephen O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery 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 Stephen O'brien accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephen O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (212) 606-1011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (212) 606-1011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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