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Dr. Darryl Dirisio, MD

Dr. Darryl Dirisio, MD

Neurosurgeon

Malta, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dirisio, Neurosurgeon in Malta, NY?

    Dr. Darryl Dirisio, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Malta, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dirisio completed his residency at Albany Memorial Hospital. Dr. Dirisio is fluent in English, Hindi, Portuguese, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dirisio’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dirisio’s office.

    Where did Dr. Dirisio go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albany Memorial Hospital

    Is Dr. Dirisio board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Darryl Dirisio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dirisio speak?

    Dr. Dirisio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Portuguese
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Dirisio typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dirisio 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. Dirisio. 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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Dirisio typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dirisio 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. Dirisio. 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)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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
    • 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)

    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 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Dirisio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dirisio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dirisio accept in Malta, NY?

    Dr. Dirisio in Malta, 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dirisio's office located?

    Dr. Darryl Dirisio's Primary Practice

    6 Medical Park Dr Ste 203

    Malta, NY 12020

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    Dr. Darryl Dirisio's Practice 2

    391 Myrtle Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. Darryl Dirisio's Practice 3

    391 Myrtle Ave Ste 1B

    Albany, NY 12208

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    What is Dr. Dirisio's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dirisio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407858830.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dirisio?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dirisio

    What is Dr. Darryl Dirisio's specialty?

    Dr. Dirisio is a Neurosurgeon near Malta, NY.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Darryl Dirisio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dirisio is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Darryl Dirisio accepting new patients in Malta, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Darryl Dirisio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darryl Dirisio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dirisio's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Darryl Dirisio?

    Please contact Dr. Dirisio's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dirisio's office located?

    Dr. Dirisio's offices are located in Malta, NY and Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darryl Dirisio have?

    Dr. Darryl Dirisio is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.