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Who is Dr. Cammisa, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Frank Cammisa, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Cammisa graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Hospital Special Surgery. Dr. Cammisa is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cammisa’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cammisa’s office at (212) 606-1946.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cammisa?
Dr. Frank Cammisa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon 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. Cammisa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Scoliosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Cammisa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cammisa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital Special Surgery
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
What languages does Dr. Cammisa speak?
Dr. Cammisa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cammisa typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cammisa 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. Cammisa. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cammisa typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cammisa 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. Cammisa. 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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
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)
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Cammisa accept my insurance?
Dr. Cammisa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1946 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cammisa accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Cammisa in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cammisa's office located?
What is Dr. Cammisa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cammisa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275588246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cammisa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cammisa
What is Dr. Frank Cammisa's specialty?
Dr. Cammisa is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near New York, NY.
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. Frank Cammisa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cammisa 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 Frank Cammisa accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Frank Cammisa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Cammisa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cammisa's office at (212) 606-1946 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Cammisa?
Please contact Dr. Cammisa's office at (212) 606-1946 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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