Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Westrich, Orthopedic Surgeon in New York, NY?

Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Westrich graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hospital For Special Surgery. Dr. Westrich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westrich’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westrich’s office at (212) 606-1510.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Westrich?

Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic 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. Westrich empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cementless Knee Replacement, Complex Hip and Knee Reconstruction, Dual Mobility Hip Replacement, Minimally Invasive Hip & Knee Replacement, Partial and Custom Knee Replacement, Revision Hip and Knee Replacement, Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement, Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement, Robotic-Assisted Partial Knee Replacement, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Westrich is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Hospital For Special Surgery
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Westrich speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Westrich typically treat?

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Westrich 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. Westrich. 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:

Pain in Right Knee
Pain in Left Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee

ICD-10 Codes:

M25561: Pain in right knee
M25562: Pain in left knee

Also known as:

Joint Replacement Aftercare
Hip Replacement
Joint Disorder
Knee Replacement
Post-joint replacement care
Joint surgery recovery
Orthopedic aftercare

ICD-10 Codes:

Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

Also known as:

Left Hip Pain
Right Hip Pain
Hip Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Sore Left Hip
Left Hip Ache
Left Hip Discomfort
Sore Right Hip
Right Hip Ache
Right Hip Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25552: Pain in left hip
M25551: Pain in right hip

Also known as:

Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Westrich typically perform?

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Westrich 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. Westrich. 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:

CPT Codes:

27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

Also known as:

Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
Orthopedic Navigation System
CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

CPT Codes:

20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large

Also known as:

Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

CPT Codes:

0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Does Dr. Westrich accept my insurance?

Dr. Westrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Westrich accept in New York, NY?

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

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Westrich's office located?

Dr. Geoffrey Westrich's Primary Practice

535 E 70th St

New York, NY 10021

(212) 606-1510

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What hospitals are Dr. Westrich affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Westrich has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Hospital For Special Surgery,New York, NY

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

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

Dr. Westrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922016336.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westrich?

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

What is Dr. Geoffrey Westrich's specialty?

Dr. Westrich is an Orthopedic Surgeon near New York, NY.

What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

Is Dr. Geoffrey Westrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Westrich is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery 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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