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Who is Dr. Suratwala, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Suratwala graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Columbia University College. Dr. Suratwala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Suratwala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Suratwala’s office at (516) 622-7900.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Suratwala?
Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon 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. Suratwala empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Neuropathy, Spinal Cord Injury, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Disorders, Spinal Fractures, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Trauma, Vertebral column, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Great Neck/NY community, Dr. Suratwala is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Suratwala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Twin Cities Spine Center
Residency: Columbia University College
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Suratwala board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Suratwala speak?
Dr. Suratwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Suratwala treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Suratwala 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. Suratwala. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does Dr. Suratwala perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Suratwala 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. Suratwala. 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 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (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 Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
Also known as:
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (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:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Suratwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Suratwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 622-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Suratwala accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Suratwala in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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All Other Third Party
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst
Medicare
Molina
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Suratwala's office located?
Northwell Health Orthopaedic Institute
833 Northern Boulevard, Suite 220
Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 622-7900
What is Dr. Suratwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Suratwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447296355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Suratwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Suratwala
What is Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala's specialty?
Dr. Suratwala is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Great Neck, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Suratwala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Suratwala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Syosset Hospital. 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 Sanjeev Suratwala accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Suratwala's office at (516) 622-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjeev Suratwala?
Please contact Dr. Suratwala's office at (516) 622-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala have?
Dr. Sanjeev Suratwala is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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