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Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez, MD
Kew Gardens, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Kew Gardens, NY?
Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kew Gardens, NY. Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez’s office at (718) 970-6600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez?
Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Garofolo-Gonzalez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in AC Joint Arthritis (Acromioclavicular Arthritis), ACL Reconstruction, Ankle Pain/Sprains, Arthroscopic Surgery-Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery-Shoulder, Bicep tear, Cartilage Repair/Restoration, Clavicle fracture, Knee & Shoulder Surgery, Ligament Reconstruction, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kew Gardens/NY community, Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez 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. Garofolo-Gonzalez. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1710: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, unspecified knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Sprained Left Ankle
- Sprained Right Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Twisted Left Ankle
- Left Ankle Ligament Injury
- Left Ankle Strain
- Twisted Right Ankle
- Right Ankle Ligament Injury
- Right Ankle Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter
- S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Bicep Tendinitis
- Bicep Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Right biceps tendon inflammation
- Right shoulder tendinitis
- Right bicipital tendinopathy
- Biceps Tendonitis
- Shoulder Tendinitis
- Bicipital Tendinopathy
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Heel Cord Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7521: Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder
- M7522: Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulder
- M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Left Knee
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Softening of Kneecap Cartilage
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Patellar Chondromalacia', 'Runner's Knee
- Anterior Knee Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2242: Chondromalacia patellae, left knee
- M2241: Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal Knee Derangement
- Knee Joint Problem
- Knee Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez 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. Garofolo-Gonzalez. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 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
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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 970-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez accept in Kew Gardens, NY?
Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez in Kew Gardens, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez's office located?
Northwell Health Orthopaedic Institute
80-02 Kew Gardens Road
Suites 100A & 100B
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
(718) 970-6600
What is Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710332689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez
What is Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Kew Gardens, NY. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream 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 Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez accepting new patients in Kew Gardens, NY?
Yes, Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garret Garofolo-Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garofolo-Gonzalez's office at (718) 970-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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