38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lenzo, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in New York, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lenzo?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lenzo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Congenital Hand Deformities, Hand Injuries, Nerve Disorders/Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Lenzo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lenzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lenzo board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Salvatore Lenzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lenzo speak?
Dr. Lenzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Italian
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Lenzo typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Lenzo 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. Lenzo. 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:
- Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Hand Tendinitis
- Hand Tenosynovitis
- Hand Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand
Also known as:
- Tendonitis in the Left Hand
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendon inflammation
- Synovitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Inflamed tendon sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65842: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left hand
Also known as:
- Hand Joint Stiffness
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Stiff Hand
- Hand Ankylosis
- Hand Joint Fusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24641: Ankylosis, right hand
- M24642: Ankylosis, left hand
Also known as:
- Colles' Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52531D: Colles' fracture of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Torn Wrist Ligament
- Sprains and Strains
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Ligament Rupture
- Wrist Sprain
- Ligament Tear in Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- S63321D: Traumatic rupture of right radiocarpal ligament, subsequent encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Lenzo typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Lenzo 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. Lenzo. 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:
- Tendon Release in Forearm or Wrist
- Forearm Tendon Tenolysis
- Wrist Tendon Release
- Adhesion Removal from Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 25295: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Removal (Synovectomy)
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Synovectomy
- Wrist Tendon Lining Removal
- Tenosynovitis Surgery Wrist
- Inflamed Tendon Sheath Excision
CPT Codes:
- 25118: Synovectomy, extensor tendon sheath, wrist, single compartment;
Also known as:
- Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
- Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Flexor Tendon Release in Hand and Finger
- Tendon Release Surgery
- Flexor Tenolysis
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Finger Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 26442: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm AND finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Release of Finger or Palm Tendon
- Flexor Tendon Tenolysis
- Tendon Release Surgery (Hand)
- Finger Tendon Adhesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26440: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm OR finger, each tendon
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:
- Nerve Release Surgery (Microscope)
- Internal Neurolysis
- Microscopic Nerve Release
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64727: Internal neurolysis, requiring use of operating microscope (List separately in addition to code for neuroplasty) (Neuroplasty includes external neurolysis)
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Lenzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lenzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 734-9949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lenzo accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lenzo in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Chubb Insurance
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEICO
Gem Insurance
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Lenzo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lenzo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lenzo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lenzo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lenzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912997776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lenzo?
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