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Dr. David Fiorella, MD, PHD

Dr. David Fiorella, MD, PHD

Neuroradiologist

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Diagnostic Radiologist

Stony Brook, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fiorella, Neuroradiologist in Stony Brook, NY?

    I lead a world-class team of cerebrovascular and stroke experts at Stony Brook Medicine. Together, we�ve achieved the highest honor from the Joint Commission as a designated Comprehensive Stroke Center, the first in Suffolk County. I�m also proud of having spearheaded the acquisition of two mobile stroke units for our hospital � another first for our Suffolk County community. These units have increased the timeliness for the delivery of medications, imaging and physician assessment for the treatment of stroke, saving valuable time and brain cells before a patient even gets to the hospital. In the nascent field of neuro-interventional therapies, my work has earned me the reputation as a pioneer in the field for advancing new devices and techniques for the treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fiorella?

    Dr. David Fiorella, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neuroradiologist 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. Fiorella empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arteriovenous Malformations, Cerebrovascular Disease/Stroke, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Interventional Neuroradiology, Stroke, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stony Brook, NY community, Dr. Fiorella is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Duke University Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Fiorella speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Fiorella typically treat?

    As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Fiorella 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. Fiorella. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Carotid Artery
    • Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Artery Bulge
    • Blood Vessel Widening
    • Vascular Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Cerebral AVM
    • Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
    • Brain Vascular Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    What procedures does a Neuroradiologist like Dr. Fiorella typically perform?

    As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Fiorella 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. Fiorella. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
    • Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
    • Subclavian Artery Catheterization
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
    • Neurovascular embolization
    • Intracranial vessel occlusion
    • Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)

    Also known as:

    • Targeted Drug Delivery to Brain Blood Vessels
    • Intracranial Drug Infusion
    • Endovascular Brain Therapy
    • Cerebral Arterial Infusion
    • Brain Catheter Drug Delivery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61650: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; initial vascular territory

    Also known as:

    • Prolonged Medicine Delivery to Brain Arteries (Additional Area)
    • Intracranial drug infusion
    • Brain artery pharmacotherapy
    • Endovascular brain medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 61651: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; each additional vascular territory (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Fiorella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fiorella 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. Fiorella accept in Stony Brook, NY?

    Dr. Fiorella in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fiorella's office located?

    New York Spine and Brain Surgery

    New York Spine and Brain Surgery

    101 Nicolls Road, Level 4, Room 430

    Stony Brook, NY 11794

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    Q&A with Dr. David Fiorella, MD, PHD

    Q: What made you decide to pursue your specialty?

    A: What fueled my interest pursuing endovascular neurosurgery as a specialty, is my interest in offering patients easy and minimally invasive solutions to complex and life-threatening neurological diagnoses such as brain aneurysms and stroke. There is no greater satisfaction for a physician than being able to take care of a seemingly daunting and complex problem like a brain aneurysm in a way that allows patients to continue seamlessly with their lives with no significant disruption, inconvenience or time away from work.�

    A: We have a large, experienced and caring team that provides�the most contemporary management for all types of cerebrovascular disease. We specifically focus on the treatment of complex brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), dural fistulas and carotid stenosis. At Stony Brook Medicine we have access to all commercially available devices to treat cerebrovascular disease. We also participate in nearly all of the major ongoing trials for new devices allowing us to offer our patients access the most up to date minimally invasive treatment solutions.�

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

    Dr. Fiorella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467416271.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fiorella?

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

    What is Dr. David Fiorella's specialty?

    Dr. Fiorella is a Neuroradiologist near Stony Brook, NY.

    What does a Neuroradiologist do?

    A neuroradiologist is an expert who diagnoses and treats diseases using imaging procedures related to the brain, spine, spinal cord, head, neck, and sensory organs in both adults and children.

    Is this Dr. David Fiorella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fiorella is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital 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 David Fiorella accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Fiorella is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Fiorella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fiorella's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Fiorella?

    Please contact Dr. Fiorella's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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