29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merola, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Andrew Merola, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Merola graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Virginia Program. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS, AMERICAN BOARD OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, AMERICAN BOARD OF SPINE SURGERY, BROOKLYN ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY, NATIONAL BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS, NEW YORK STATE SOCIETY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS, SCOLIOSIS RESEARCH SOCIETY, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, and Medical Society of the State of New York. Dr. Merola is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merola’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merola’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merola?
Dr. Andrew Merola, 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. Merola empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Merola is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Merola go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Howard University Medical School | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Merola board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Merola, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Merola speak?
Dr. Merola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merola treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Merola 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. Merola. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
- Lumbar Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
- M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy
What procedures does Dr. Merola perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Merola 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. Merola. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
- Additional Nerve Decompression in Spine
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Laminotomy (Additional Level)
- Hemilaminectomy (Additional Level)
- Spinal Nerve Root Decompression (Additional)
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
- 63035: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; each additional interspace, cervical or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Merola accept my insurance?
Dr. Merola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merola accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Merola in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Harvard Pilgrim
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merola's office located?
Spinal Surgeons
141 West 28th Street, Floor 5
New York, NY 10001
(917) 300-0553
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS
Member
AMERICAN BOARD OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Member
AMERICAN BOARD OF SPINE SURGERY
Member
BROOKLYN ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY
Member
NATIONAL BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS
Member
NEW YORK STATE SOCIETY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS
Member
SCOLIOSIS RESEARCH SOCIETY
Member
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
Member
Medical Society of the State of New York
Member
What is Dr. Merola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477555159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merola
What is Dr. Andrew Merola's specialty?
Dr. Merola is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near New York, 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. Merola to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Merola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merola is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Andrew Merola accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Merola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Merola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merola's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Merola?
Please contact Dr. Merola's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Merola have?
Dr. Andrew Merola is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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