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Who is Dr. Episalla, Orthopedic Surgeon in Ferndale, NY?
Dr. Charles Episalla, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ferndale, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Episalla graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Orthopedic Surgery; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals, N.Y.S POLICE SURGEON, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN, and MEDICAL SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY. Dr. Episalla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Episalla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Episalla’s office at (845) 292-4450.
Where did Dr. Episalla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Orthopedic Surgery; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery | New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Episalla board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Episalla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1995, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2016, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2006
What languages does Dr. Episalla speak?
Dr. Episalla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Episalla treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Episalla 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. Episalla. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of 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
- M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee
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:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right shoulder problem
- Right shoulder arthropathy
- Right shoulder joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25811: Other specified joint disorders, right shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Episalla perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Episalla 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. Episalla. 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:
- 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 with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
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
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
- 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
Also known as:
- Wrist Fracture Treatment with Manipulation
- Upper Arm Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Closed Distal Radius Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Reduction
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Care
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Closed Humeral Fracture Management
- Arm Bone Break Treatment
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
- Clavicle Fracture Management
CPT Codes:
- 25605: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; With Manipulation
- 23600: Closed treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture; without manipulation
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
- Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Chronic Rotator Cuff Tear Repair
- Shoulder Cuff Avulsion Reconstruction
- Rotator Cuff Repair with Acromioplasty
- Chronic Shoulder Tear Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23420: Reconstruction of complete shoulder (rotator) cuff avulsion, chronic (includes acromioplasty)
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
- Hip Fracture Repair with Plate and Screws
- Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
- Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
- Hip Pinning Surgery
- Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement
- Femur Fracture Repair
- Intertrochanteric Fracture Fixation
- Hip Bone Plate and Screw Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement
- 27244: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with plate/screw type implant, with or without cerclage
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
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)
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Also known as:
- Nerve Release Surgery (Microscope)
- Internal Neurolysis
- Microscopic Nerve Release
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64727: Internal neurolysis, requiring use of operating microscope (List separately in addition to code for neuroplasty) (Neuroplasty includes external neurolysis)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Episalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Episalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 292-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Episalla accept in Ferndale, NY?
Dr. Episalla in Ferndale, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Episalla's office located?
Dr. Charles Episalla's Primary Practice
39 Old Monticello Rd
Ferndale, NY 12734
(845) 292-4450
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
N.Y.S POLICE SURGEON
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
Member
MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN
Member
MEDICAL SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY
Member
What is Dr. Episalla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Episalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104863232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Episalla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Episalla
What is Dr. Charles Episalla's specialty?
Dr. Episalla is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Ferndale, NY. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Episalla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Episalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Episalla is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center - Catskills Callicoon Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Episalla accepting new patients in Ferndale, NY?
Yes, Dr. Charles Episalla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Episalla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Episalla's office at (845) 292-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Episalla?
Please contact Dr. Episalla's office at (845) 292-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Episalla have?
Dr. Charles Episalla is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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