Who is Dr. Sethi, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Navinder Sethi, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sethi graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis.
Dr. Sethi is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Sign Languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sethi’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sethi’s office at (301) 774-0501.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sethi?
Dr. Navinder Sethi, 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. Sethi empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Bethesda/MD community, Dr. Sethi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sethi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine
Residency: Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sethi board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Navinder Sethi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sethi speak?
Dr. Sethi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Sign Languages
What conditions does Dr. Sethi treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sethi 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. Sethi. 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:
Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
Sprains and Strains
Pulled lower back muscle
Lumbar muscle strain
Back tendon strain
Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
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
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Pulled neck muscle
Cervical strain
Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
Joint Fusion Status
Surgical Joint Fusion
Arthrodesis History
Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
Lower Back Disc Degeneration
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
Worn Lumbar Discs
Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
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
What procedures does Dr. Sethi perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sethi 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. Sethi. 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.
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)
22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
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;
22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
22634: 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; each additional interspace (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 Wrist Fracture Treatment
Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
Colles Fracture Treatment
Smith Fracture Treatment
Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
Metatarsal Fracture Care
Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
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
28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
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)
Also known as:
Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
Spine Bone Graft Material Collection
CPT Codes:
20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spine Allograft Placement
Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Spinal Bone Graft
Osteopromotive Material Spine
Donor Bone Graft Spine
Spine Fusion Material
Autologous Spine Graft
Morselized Bone Graft
Spine Fusion Bone Graft
Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
Short Arm Cast Application
Elbow to Finger Cast
Forearm Cast
Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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:
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:
Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
Spinal Decompression for Lumbar Fusion (Additional Segment)
Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
Laminectomy with Fusion
Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
Laminectomy (Additional Segment)
Facetectomy (Additional Segment)
Foraminotomy (Additional Segment)
Lumbar Spinal 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)
63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
63053: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; each additional vertebral segment (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
Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
Epidural Steroid Injection
TFESI (Lumbar)
Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
Caudal Epidural Injection
Spinal Nerve Block
Pain Management Injection
Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
Sacral Facet Joint Injection
Paravertebral Facet Injection
Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
Cervical Epidural Injection
Thoracic Epidural Injection
Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Spinal Fusion Exploration
Spinal Instrumentation (Front Approach)
Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
Lumbar Laminotomy
Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
Vertebral Bone Resection
Spine Realignment Surgery
Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy
Spinal Allograft
Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
Spine fusion check
Investigate spinal fusion
Spinal fusion revision assessment
Anterior Spinal Fixation
Spine Stabilization Surgery
Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
Lumbar re-exploration surgery
Repeat herniated disc surgery
Laminotomy with nerve decompression
Lumbar foraminotomy
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
22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar
20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
22846: Anterior instrumentation; 4 to 7 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single interspace; lumbar
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 or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
Facet joint block
Zygapophyseal joint injection
Lower back facet injection
Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sethi accept my insurance?
Dr. Sethi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 774-0501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sethi accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Sethi in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sethi has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sethi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
What is Dr. Sethi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sethi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306840244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sethi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sethi
What is Dr. Navinder Sethi's specialty?
Dr. Sethi is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Bethesda, MD.
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. Sethi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Navinder Sethi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sethi is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their
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Is Navinder Sethi accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Navinder Sethi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Navinder Sethi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sethi's office at (301) 774-0501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Navinder Sethi?
Please contact Dr. Sethi's office at (301) 774-0501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Navinder Sethi have?
Dr. Navinder Sethi is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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