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Dr. John Macgillivray

Dr. John Macgillivray

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Orthopedic Surgeon

New York, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Macgillivray, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. John Macgillivray is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Macgillivray graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hospital For Special Surgery. Dr. Macgillivray is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macgillivray’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macgillivray’s office at (212) 606-1896.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Macgillivray?

    Dr. John Macgillivray is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Macgillivray empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Knee Replacement, Knee Surgery, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Shoulder Replacement, Shoulder Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Macgillivray is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: hospital for special surgery

    • Residency: Hospital For Special Surgery | hospital for special surgery

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. John Macgillivray is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Macgillivray speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Macgillivray typically treat?

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

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    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

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Macgillivray typically perform?

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

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    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

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    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)

    Does Dr. Macgillivray accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macgillivray accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Macgillivray's office located?

    Dr. John Macgillivray's Primary Practice

    523 E 72nd St

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 606-1896

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    What hospitals are Dr. Macgillivray affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Macgillivray has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Macgillivray?

    Dr. Macgillivray has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Macgillivray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275510182.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macgillivray?

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

    What is Dr. John Macgillivray's specialty?

    Dr. Macgillivray is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near New York, 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 Dr. John Macgillivray affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Macgillivray 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. John Macgillivray accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Macgillivray is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Macgillivray offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Macgillivray, or call (212) 606-1896 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Macgillivray?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Macgillivray, or call (212) 606-1896 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Macgillivray's office located?

    Dr. Macgillivray's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Macgillivray have?

    Dr. John Macgillivray is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.