30 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Ablove, Orthopedic Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ablove?
Dr. Robert Ablove, 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. Ablove empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Elbow Surgery, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Buffalo, NY community, Dr. Ablove is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ablove go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Orthopedic Surgery; Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, General Surgery | State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine
Medical School: State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ablove board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Ablove, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ablove speak?
Dr. Ablove and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ablove typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ablove 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. Ablove. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ablove typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ablove 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. Ablove. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
- Finger Contracture Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
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
Does Dr. Ablove accept my insurance?
Dr. Ablove accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 898-3414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ablove accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Ablove in Buffalo, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ablove's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ablove affiliated with?
Dr. Ablove has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ablove's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ablove's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114982865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ablove?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ablove