50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Enker, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Irwin Enker, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Enker graduated from Univ Of Ottawa and completed his residency at McGill University. Dr. Enker is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Enker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Enker’s office at (516) 773-7500.
Where did Dr. Enker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Sunnybrook Medical Center of Toronto | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital & Med College
Residency: McGill University | McGill University
Medical School: Univ Of Ottawa
Is Dr. Enker board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Irwin Enker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Enker speak?
Dr. Enker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Enker typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Enker 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. Enker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Enker typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Enker 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. Enker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Enker accept my insurance?
Dr. Enker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 773-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Enker accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Enker in Great Neck, 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)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Enker's office located?
Northwell Health Orthopaedic Institute
825 Northern Boulevard, Suite 201
Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 773-7500
What is Dr. Enker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Enker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174578132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Enker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Enker
What is Dr. Irwin Enker's specialty?
Dr. Enker is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Great Neck, NY.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Irwin Enker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Enker is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital 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 Irwin Enker accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Irwin Enker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irwin Enker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Enker's office at (516) 773-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irwin Enker?
Please contact Dr. Enker's office at (516) 773-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irwin Enker have?
Dr. Irwin Enker is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Connect with DR. Enker
Northwell Health Orthopaedic Institute
825 Northern Boulevard, Suite 201
Great Neck, NY 11021