Summary

Dr. Russel C. Huang is an orthopedic surgeon and currently serves as Director of the HSS Spine Surgery Clinic. In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Huang has published and lectured extensively on topics such as minimally invasive surgery, lumbar stenosis and disc herniation, cervical disc herniation, intervertebral disc replacement, spine fusion, and cervical myelopathy. Dr. Huang was educated at Phillips Exeter Academy, Harvard College, and the Yale School of Medicine. After completing his orthopaedic surgery residency at Hospital for Special Surgery, Dr. Huang completed his fellowship training in spine surgery under Dr. Henry H. Bohlman, who is considered by many to be the father of contemporary spine surgery. Depending on the patient's condition, Dr. Huang performs spinal surgery using traditional techniques or using the latest, cutting edge surgical technologies. These include minimally invasive lumbar decompression and fusion, disc replacement, microsurgical lumbar laminoplasty, and XLIF. For certain types of spinal problems, these techniques can eliminate the need for spinal fusion.
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Office Location

HSS - The Pavilion

541 East 71st Street Ground FloorNew York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hospital For Special Surgery
  • 16 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russel Huang

  • Aetna
  • BCBS Anthem Gatekeeper
  • BCBS Anthem NY
  • BCBS Federal
  • BCBS Horizon
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth GHI
  • EmblemHealth HIP
  • Oxford
  • The Empire Plan NYSHIP
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Compass

Medical Specialties

Dr. Russel Huang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Russel Huang has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Back Injuries
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Clinical Research
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Infection
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Russel Huang holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital For Special Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Huang's NPI number is 1932124450.

Other Providers at Hospital For Special Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Russel Huang's office located?
Dr. Russel Huang's office is located at 541 East 71st Street Ground Floor, New York, NY, 10021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Russel Huang affiliated with?
Dr. Russel Huang is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russel Huang?
You can find contact information for Dr. Russel Huang here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Russel Huang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Russel Huang accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Russel Huang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Russel Huang has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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