Dr. Afshin Razi, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Razi graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Razi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Razi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Razi’s office at (718) 283-6199.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Razi?
Dr. Afshin Razi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist 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. Razi empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Razi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Razi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital For Joint Diseases (Spine Surgery), Clinical Fellowships
Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center | NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases | Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Razi board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Razi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2005
What languages does Dr. Razi speak?
Dr. Razi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Razi treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Razi 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. Razi. 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:
Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
Back Pain
vertebral low back pain
spine-related low back pain
discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Neck Pain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Pain
Sore Neck
Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
Neck Spinal Stenosis
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
Cervical Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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
What procedures does Dr. Razi perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Razi 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. Razi. 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:
Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
Neck Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
Lower Neck Bone Fusion (Cervical)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
Interbody Device Implantation
Spinal Fusion with Cage
Synthetic Disc Space Device
Cervical interbody fusion
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
Neck vertebrae fusion
Cervical Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
Spine fusion surgery lower back
Lumbar arthrodesis
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Posterior Cervical Fusion
Neck Vertebrae Fusion
Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
Lower Back Fusion Surgery
Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
22600: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; cervical below C2 segment
22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
Spine Allograft Placement
Spinal Bone Graft
Osteopromotive Material Spine
Donor Bone Graft Spine
Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
Spinal Fusion for Deformity (7-12 Segments)
Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
Spine Stabilization Surgery
Back Bone Fusion
Spine Deformity Correction Surgery
Multi-Segment Spinal Fusion
Scoliosis Surgery (Fusion)
CPT Codes:
22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
22802: Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, with or without cast; 7 to 12 vertebral segments
Also known as:
Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Spine Autograft
Local Bone Harvest for Spine
Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Rod and Wire Placement
Posterior Spinal Instrumentation
Vertebral Segment Fixation
Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
22843: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
Anterior Spinal Fixation
Spine Stabilization Surgery
Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
Vertebral Fixation
Pedicle Screw Fixation
Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Instrumentation Placement
Spine Stabilization Hardware
Posterior Spinal Fixation
Harrington Rod Placement
Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
Laminectomy with Fusion
Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
Laminectomy
Facetectomy
Foraminotomy
Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
Spinal Navigation Surgery
Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Lumbar Laminotomy
Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Razi accept my insurance?
Dr. Razi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-6199 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Razi accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Razi in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Afshin Razi?
Dr. Razi has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Razi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Razi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730142522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Razi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Razi
What is Dr. Afshin Razi's specialty?
Dr. Razi is a Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
Contact Dr. Razi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afshin Razi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Razi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Maimonides Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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.
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Is Afshin Razi accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Afshin Razi is accepting new patients at this time.