Summary

Dr. Angel Macagno is a board‑certified physician who practiced orthopedic surgery in Argentina for 15 years before fulfilling his lifelong goal of practicing medicine in the United States.

He has participated in numerous research studies and authored several book chapters on spine-related topics. Dr. Macagno is an active member of several national and international societies, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery.

Spinal injuries and complex deformities profoundly affect adults and children. Unlike many conditions, spine problems can be severely debilitating and painful, significantly reducing quality of life. Dr. Macagno specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal disorders and deformities, and performs reconstructive spine surgery for children, adolescents, and adults. He employs advanced techniques — including minimally invasive spine surgery — to relieve symptoms and give patients the best and fastest chance for recovery and an improved quality of life.

Specialties:
  • Scoliosis and spinal deformities
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Cervical disc herniation and spinal cord compression
  • Lumbar stenosis and disc herniation
  • Disc replacement and non‑fusion technologies
  • Minimally invasive surgical techniques
In collaboration with Health Volunteers Overseas, Dr. Macagno volunteers on medical missions to Nicaragua, providing life‑changing and life‑saving procedures for severe spinal deformities (such as scoliosis and kyphosis), spondylolisthesis, tumors, and trauma. He also teaches advanced spinal techniques to local medical teams.

He speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English fluently. Dr. Macagno values his patients’ time and strives to be punctual for appointments as a sign of respect.
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Office Location

New York Spine Institute

345 E 37TH ST RM 202NEW YORK, NY 10016
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 38 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English, Portuguese
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Angel Macagno

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AIG - Workers’ Compensation
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Nationwide - Workers’ Compensation
  • Progressive
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Senior Whole Health
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - IPA
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Angel Macagno has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Angel Macagno has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Angel Macagno holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of New York and New Jersey. They are board certified in bone and neurological disorders of the spine by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons.

Board Certifications

Board certified in bone and neurological disorders of the spine by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DE CORDOBA in 2008 and Universidad Nacional De Cordoba Facultad De Ciencias Medicas in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Macagno's NPI number is 1952554271.

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What languages does Dr. Angel Macagno speak?
Dr. Angel Macagno speaks Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
Where is Dr. Angel Macagno's office located?
Dr. Angel Macagno's office is located at 345 E 37TH ST RM 202, NEW YORK, NY, 10016.

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