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Dr. Benjamin Cohen, MD

Rockville Centre, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cohen, Specialist in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Benjamin Cohen, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cohen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cohen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cohen’s office at (516) 442-3461.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cohen?

    Dr. Benjamin Cohen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Cohen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Degenerative Scoliosis, Herniated Discs, Kyphoplasty, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Pain-Back & Neck, Scoliosis, Spinal Cord Tumors, Spinal Fusion, Spinal Surgery, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rockville Centre/NY community, Dr. Cohen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Cohen go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Cohen board certified as a Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Benjamin Cohen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

      What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Cohen treat?

      As a Specialist, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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 Spinal Stenosis
      • Neck Spinal Stenosis
      • Spinal Stenosis
      • Neck Injuries and Disorder
      • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
      • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
      • Lumbar Stenosis
      • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
      • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
      • Cervical Stenosis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
      • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

      Also known as:

      • Pinched Nerve in Neck
      • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
      • Neck Injuries and Disorder
      • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
      • Back Pain
      • Cervical Radiculopathy
      • Neck Nerve Compression
      • Compressed Nerve in Neck
      • Lumbar Radiculopathy
      • Lower Back Nerve Compression
      • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
      • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

      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:

      • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
      • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
      • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
      • Lumbar Radiculopathy

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

      What procedures does Dr. Cohen perform?

      As a Specialist, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:

      • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
      • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
      • Lower Neck Bone Fusion (Cervical)
      • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
      • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
      • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
      • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
      • Interbody Device Implantation
      • Spinal Fusion with Cage
      • Synthetic Disc Space Device
      • Cervical Spinal Fusion
      • Posterior Cervical Fusion
      • Neck Vertebrae Fusion
      • Cervical interbody fusion
      • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
      • Neck vertebrae fusion

      CPT Codes:

      • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
      • 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)
      • 22600: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; cervical below C2 segment
      • 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:

      • 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 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:

      • Non-Surgical Bone Healing Stimulation
      • Electrical Bone Growth Stimulation
      • Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
      • Bone Stimulator Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 20974: Electrical stimulation to aid bone healing; noninvasive (nonoperative)

      Also known as:

      • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
      • Spine Stabilization Hardware
      • Posterior Spinal Fixation
      • Harrington Rod Placement
      • Pedicle Screw Fixation

      CPT Codes:

      • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
      • Neck Spinal Decompression Surgery
      • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
      • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
      • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
      • Cervical Laminectomy
      • Cervical Foraminotomy
      • Spinal Stenosis Surgery
      • Nerve Root Decompression

      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)
      • 63045: 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; cervical

      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. Cohen accept my insurance?

      Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 442-3461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in Rockville Centre, NY?

      Dr. Cohen in Rockville Centre, 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

      • ArcBest Corporation

      • EmblemHealth

      • HealthComp

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • National Benefit Fund

      • State of New York

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?

      Dr. Benjamin Cohen's Primary Practice

      100 Merrick Rd Ste 128W

      Rockville Centre, NY 11570

      (516) 442-3461

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      Dr. Benjamin Cohen's Practice 2

      200 Garden City Plz Ste 102

      Garden City, NY 11530

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      Dr. Benjamin Cohen's Practice 3

      1662 Old Country Rd Unit 770

      Plainview, NY 11803

      (516) 759-7839

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

      Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982627626.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?

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

      What is Dr. Benjamin Cohen's specialty?

      Dr. Cohen is a Specialist near Rockville Centre, NY. Contact Dr. Cohen to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Benjamin Cohen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center 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

      Where can I learn more about Specialist?

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      Is Benjamin Cohen accepting new patients in Rockville Centre, NY?

      Yes, Dr. Benjamin Cohen is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Benjamin Cohen offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (516) 442-3461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Cohen?

      Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (516) 442-3461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Cohen have?

      Dr. Benjamin Cohen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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