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Who is Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Glens Falls, NY?
Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glens Falls, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri’s office at (518) 743-1010.
Is Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri speak?
Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri 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. Afsar-Keshmiri. 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
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri 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. Afsar-Keshmiri. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
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)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (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)
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
Does Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri accept my insurance?
Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 743-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri accept in Glens Falls, NY?
Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri in Glens Falls, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri's office located?
Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri's Primary Practice
7 Murray St
Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 743-1010
What is Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003815184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri
What is Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri's specialty?
Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Glens Falls, 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. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri is affiliated with Glens Falls 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 Armin Afsar-Keshmiri accepting new patients in Glens Falls, NY?
Yes, Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri's office at (518) 743-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Armin Afsar-Keshmiri?
Please contact Dr. Afsar-Keshmiri's office at (518) 743-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri have?
Dr. Armin Afsar-Keshmiri is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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