Summary

Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato is an orthopedic surgeon with 42 years of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in 1985. Dr. Scarpinato pursued additional specialized training in sports medicine orthopedic surgery at the American Sports Medicine Institute, along with fellowships in orthopedic surgery and general surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Scarpinato practices at Nassau University Medical Center and sees patients in Melville, New York. Her expertise includes treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and back pain that can occur during pregnancy. She incorporates physical therapy approaches into patient care and utilizes strength training techniques as part of treatment plans. Patients have given Dr. Scarpinato an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Amer Sports Med Inst, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group

1800 Walt Whitman Rd Ste 120Melville, NY 11747
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

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42 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Melville , NYMontclair , NJStamford , CTScarsdale , NY
Med School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nationwide
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Northwell Direct
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Amer Sports Med Inst, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery
Long Island Jewish Med Center1985

Medical School

Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse NyGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato's office located?
Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato's office is located at 1800 Walt Whitman Rd Ste 120, Melville, NY, 11747.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato?
You can find contact information for Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato affiliated with?
Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center.
Does Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dorothy Scarpinato accepts on their Vitals profile.

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