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Dr. Steven Lee, MD

Dr. Steven Lee, MD

Scarsdale, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Scarsdale, NY?

    Dr. Steven Lee, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Scarsdale, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lee graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (914) 725-6970.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lee?

    Dr. Steven Lee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Lee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adult Orthopedic Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Scarsdale/NY community, Dr. Lee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Orthopedic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Drexel University College Of Medicine | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Lee board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Fracture of the Radial Head
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Right Wrist Bone
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Radial Head
    • Elbow Fracture
    • Radius Head Fracture
    • Broken Elbow Bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S52122A: Displaced fracture of head of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Tendon and Ligament Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Joint Disorder
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture
    • Enthesopathy
    • Tendon inflammation
    • Ligament pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
    • M778: Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Sprain
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Twisted right wrist
    • Right wrist ligament injury
    • Right wrist strain
    • Sprained right wrist symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S63591A: Other specified sprain of right wrist, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
    • M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap and Thigh Bone Problems
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome', 'Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M222X1: Patellofemoral disorders, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Thumb
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Thumb Ligament Injury
    • Jammed Thumb
    • Thumb Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S63641A: Sprain of metacarpophalangeal joint of right thumb, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Ganglion Cyst
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Ganglion
    • Synovial Cyst
    • Bible Bump
    • Gel-filled Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67431: Ganglion, right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Left Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left adhesive capsulitis
    • Left shoulder stiffness
    • Left shoulder periarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Little Finger Fracture
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken little finger
    • Pinky finger fracture
    • Little finger bone break
    • Finger bone injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S62617A: Displaced fracture of proximal phalanx of left little finger, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Lee perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural
    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
    • Finger Nerve Repair
    • Toe Nerve Repair
    • Hand Nerve Suture
    • Foot Nerve Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Endoscopy
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
    • 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • Open Wrist Reconstruction for Instability
    • Endoscopy
    • Wrist Scope Surgery
    • Keyhole Wrist Surgery
    • Wrist Joint Repair
    • Triangular Fibrocartilage Repair
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Wrist Ligament Repair
    • Carpal Instability Surgery
    • Wrist Capsulorrhaphy
    • Tendon Transfer Wrist

    CPT Codes:

    • 29846: Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; excision and/or repair of triangular fibrocartilage and/or joint debridement
    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
    • 25320: Capsulorrhaphy or reconstruction, wrist, open (eg, capsulodesis, ligament repair, tendon transfer or graft) (includes synovectomy, capsulotomy and open reduction) for carpal instability

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Finger/Thumb Fracture
    • Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
    • Pinning for Finger/Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal Shaft Fracture Repair
    • Finger Bone Internal Fixation
    • Broken Finger Surgery
    • Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
    • Unstable finger fracture repair
    • Thumb bone fracture treatment
    • Percutaneous Finger Fracture Fixation
    • Distal Phalanx Fracture Pinning
    • Minimally Invasive Finger Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 26735: Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
    • 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
    • 26756: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb, each

    Also known as:

    • Finger Ligament Repair
    • Collateral ligament repair (finger)
    • MP joint ligament repair
    • Finger joint stabilization surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26540: Repair of collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
    • Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
    • Hand Fracture Fixation
    • Broken Hand Bone Surgery
    • Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Ligament Repair
    • Extensive Elbow Arthroscopy with Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Lateral collateral ligament repair
    • LCL elbow repair
    • Elbow stabilization surgery
    • Local tissue elbow repair
    • Elbow Scope with Cleaning
    • Surgical Elbow Debridement
    • Arthroscopic Elbow Cleanup

    CPT Codes:

    • 24343: Repair lateral collateral ligament, elbow, with local tissue
    • 29838: Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Scaphoid Bone Non-Union Repair
    • Navicular bone repair
    • Wrist bone fusion
    • Scaphoid fracture surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 25440: Repair Of Nonunion, Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular) Bone, With Or Without Radial Styloidectomy (Includes Obtaining Graft And Necessary Fixation)

    Also known as:

    • Finger Bone Infection Removal
    • Finger Phalanx Bone Excision
    • Osteomyelitis of Finger Treatment
    • Partial Finger Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26235: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); proximal or middle phalanx of finger

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 725-6970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Scarsdale, NY?

    Dr. Lee in Scarsdale, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Steven Lee's Primary Practice

    2 Overhill Rd Ste 310

    Scarsdale, NY 10583

    (914) 725-6970

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    Dr. Steven Lee's Practice 2

    130 E 77th St 5th Floor

    Nyc, NY 10021

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    Dr. Steven Lee's Practice 3

    159 E 74th St

    New York, NY 10021

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Steven Lee?

    Dr. Lee has appointments available at his Scarsdale, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538154380.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Scarsdale, NY. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Lee to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Lenox Hill 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Steven Lee accepting new patients in Scarsdale, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Lee offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lee, or call (914) 725-6970 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (914) 725-6970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Lee have?

    Dr. Steven Lee is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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