38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giovinazzo, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Giovinazzo graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America, NYS Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and Richmond County Medical Society. Dr. Giovinazzo is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giovinazzo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giovinazzo’s office.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Giovinazzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Graduate Hospital GME / University of Pennsylvania
Residency: University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Giovinazzo board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1998
What languages does Dr. Giovinazzo speak?
Dr. Giovinazzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Italian
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Giovinazzo typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Giovinazzo 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. Giovinazzo. 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:
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231D: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, subsequent encounter
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83232D: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Softening of Cartilage
- Cartilage Disorder
- Cartilage Softening Disease
- Damaged Cartilage
- Chondromalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9420: Chondromalacia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Giovinazzo typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Giovinazzo 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. Giovinazzo. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
- 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
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
- 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon 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
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Does Dr. Giovinazzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Giovinazzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giovinazzo accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Giovinazzo in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Giovinazzo's office located?
Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group
3333 Hylan Boulevard
Staten Island, NY 10306
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 56 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
68% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Giovinazzo has been rated and reviewed by 56 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Giovinazzo, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Medical Association
Professional Member
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Professional Member
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Professional Member
NYS Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Professional Member
Richmond County Medical Society
Professional Member
Awards
Regional Top Doctor
Castle Connolly
Top Doctor NY Metro Area
Castle Connolly
What is Dr. Giovinazzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giovinazzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689655920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giovinazzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giovinazzo
What is Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo's specialty?
Dr. Giovinazzo is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Staten Island, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giovinazzo is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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 Joseph Giovinazzo accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Giovinazzo, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Giovinazzo?
Please contact Dr. Giovinazzo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo have?
Dr. Joseph Giovinazzo is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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