Summary

Dr. Melvin Makhni is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine care and complex spinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia. With 14 years of experience treating patients with spine-related disorders, Dr. Makhni has developed expertise in both surgical and non-surgical approaches to spinal care. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Makhni practices at multiple locations throughout Massachusetts, including Jamaica Plain, Foxborough, and Boston. He treats patients with cervical herniated discs, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teenagers. His surgical expertise includes lateral lumbar spinal fusion, herniated disc surgery, and lumbar spinal fusion procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Makhni highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York & Presbyterian Hosp/Columbia
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr Melvin C. Makhni has 3 locations

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Comprehensive Spine Center

1153 Centre Street Suite 5 SouthJamaica Plain, MA 02130

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic and Arthritis Center

60 Fenwood Rd # 2Boston, MA 02115

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryPublic Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
14 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 13 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, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Jamaica Plain , MAWellesley , MABoston , MACambridge , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Melvin C. Makhni

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Melvin C. Makhni has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Melvin C. Makhni has the following area of expertise

  • Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr Melvin C. Makhni holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York & Presbyterian Hosp/Columbia.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr Makhni's NPI number is 1477810380.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr Melvin Makhni accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Melvin Makhni has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr Melvin Makhni's office located?
Dr Melvin Makhni's office is located at 1153 Centre Street Suite 5 South, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130.
What languages does Dr Melvin Makhni speak?
Dr Melvin Makhni speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Melvin Makhni?
You can find contact information for Dr Melvin Makhni here on Vitals.
Does Dr Melvin Makhni accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Melvin Makhni accepts on their Vitals profile.

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