35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silver, Physiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Russell Silver, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Silver graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Med College. Dr. Silver is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silver’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silver’s office at (212) 439-9302.
Where did Dr. Silver go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Silver speak?
Dr. Silver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Silver typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Silver 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. Silver. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back or Pelvis Sprain
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Lumbar sprain
- Pelvic sprain
- Back strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S338XXA: Sprain of other parts of lumbar spine and pelvis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Muscle pain and inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M609: Myositis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8113: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, bilateral
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Silver typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Silver 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. Silver. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Hip Strapping
- Hip Taping
- Hip Support Strapping
- Hip Joint Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29520: Strapping; hip
Also known as:
- Shoulder Strapping
- Velpeau Bandage Application
- Shoulder Taping
- Shoulder Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29240: Strapping; shoulder (eg, Velpeau)
Does Dr. Silver accept my insurance?
Dr. Silver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 439-9302 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silver accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Silver in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Silver's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Russell Silver an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Silver has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Silver, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Silver's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053377796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silver?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silver
What is Dr. Russell Silver's specialty?
Dr. Silver is a Physiatrist near New York, NY.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Russell Silver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silver is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 Russell Silver accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Russell Silver is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Silver offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silver's office at (212) 439-9302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Silver?
Please contact Dr. Silver's office at (212) 439-9302 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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