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Dr. Scott Wolfe, MD

Dr. Scott Wolfe, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Scott Wolfe, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wolfe graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Hand Surgery; Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Wolfe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wolfe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolfe’s office at (212) 606-1529.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wolfe?

    Dr. Scott Wolfe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon 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. Wolfe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brachial Plexus Injury, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fractures, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Ligament Reconstruction, Nerve Disorders/Surgery, Sports Injuries, Wrist Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Wolfe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, US | New York Orthopaedic Hospital

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Hand Surgery; Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery | St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center | Hospital for Special Surgery | Roosevelt Hospital General Surgery | hospital for special surgery

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    Is Dr. Wolfe board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Wolfe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1993

    What languages does Dr. Wolfe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wolfe treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Wolfe 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. Wolfe. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right wrist
    • Osteoarthritis of the left wrist
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Hand Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19031: Primary osteoarthritis, right wrist
    • M19032: Primary osteoarthritis, left wrist
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M19131: Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right wrist
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    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 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:

    • Left Hand Pain
    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79642: Pain in left hand
    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Finger
    • Aching Finger
    • Finger Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25521: Pain in right elbow

    What procedures does Dr. Wolfe perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Wolfe 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. Wolfe. 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:

    • Finger Splint Application
    • Static Finger Splint
    • Finger Immobilization
    • Finger Brace

    CPT Codes:

    • 29130: Application of finger splint; static

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Bone Removal
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Partial Carpectomy
    • Wrist Bone Excision
    • Carpal Bone Removal
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 25210: Carpectomy; 1 bone
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Bone Removal (Radial Styloidectomy)
    • Radial Styloid Excision
    • Wrist Bone Shaving
    • Styloidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 25230: Radial styloidectomy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning

    CPT Codes:

    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

    Does Dr. Wolfe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wolfe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1529 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Wolfe in New York, 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

    • Ameriplan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wolfe's office located?

    Dr. Scott Wolfe's Primary Practice

    523 E 72nd St

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 606-1529

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    Dr. Scott Wolfe's Practice 2

    1931 Black Rock Tpke

    Fairfield, CT 06825

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Fellow

    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

    Awards

    Best Doctors, 2001-2013 Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors, 2001,

    Best Doctors in New York Metro Area

    Wolfe, S.W., Henn, RF., Kuo, CE., Grande, DP,: Augmentation of Zone I

    New York Society for Surgery of the Hand

    Augmentation of Zone II Flexor Tendon Repair using GDF5 in a Rabbit M

    Hospital for Special Surgery, 2008 1st Prize, New York Society for Su

    In Vivo Radioscaphoid and Radiolunate Kinematics and The Dart Thrower

    3rd Annual Bioengineering Expo, Institute for Biological Engineering

    Neurotization vs. standard nerve repair: A comparison of surgical tec

    Load Dependence of the thumb and carpal bone configuration during sta

    American Society for Surgery of the Hand, 1997-98 The Wayne O. Southw

    Measurement of 3D Carpal Kinematics in Vivo Sterling Bunnell Travelin

    New York Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Wolfe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538120597.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolfe?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Wolfe's specialty?

    Dr. Wolfe is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near New York, NY. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Wolfe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Wolfe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wolfe 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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    Is Scott Wolfe accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Wolfe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Wolfe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfe's office at (212) 606-1529 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Wolfe?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfe's office at (212) 606-1529 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Wolfe have?

    Dr. Scott Wolfe is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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