Dr. Salvatore Lenzo, MD
Hand Surgeon
617.4 mi · 955 5th Ave, New York, NY 10075
At a glance
4.51 stars (53 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 20 insurances
BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from New York University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Salvatore R. Lenzo, M.D.
4.51
53 reviews
Bedside manner
4.5
Wait time
4.0
Recent reviews
The doctor is great and knows what he is doing but the wait time is the worst i ever been. Its as bad as waiting in the hospital emergency room. if you plan to schedule an appointment just be prepared to wait minimum an hour because you will never be seen at the time of your appointment.
April 5, 2019Elvys V.Verified patient
I was 15 minutes late, however there was a considerable wait time more than 30 minutes. The people were pretty much friebdly and professional.
March 15, 2019Initials hidden
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In-network insurances
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
More about Dr. Salvatore Lenzo, MD
Salvatore Lenzo is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. In addition, he holds a Certificate of Add Qualification in Hand Surgery, i.e., the equivalent of board certification. He is a member of The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at The NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Lenzo received his B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of New York University School of Medicine. He completed both his orthopedic surgery residency and hand surgery fellowship at the New York University Bellevue Medical Center in New York.
Dr. Lenzo is an attending physician and a member of the fellowship and residency teaching program at The Hospital for Joint Diseases NYU Medical Center. He has been named as one of New York Magazine's best doctors for the past 10 years. He has been in practice since 1987 specializing in all facets of hand surgery. These include trauma, reconstructive, pediatric, hand and wrist and microsurgery. In conjunction with his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Lenzo is published in the field of hand surgery and also has a patent on surgical instrumentation design.
Our state of the art office is located at 955 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, between 76th and 77th street. Dr. Lenzo sees patients on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Dr. Lenzo performs surgery on Monday and Wednesday. Our fee schedule is based on profession and community standards. For your convenience, our Billing Department can submit claims directly to your insurance company. Most major medical insurance plans are accepted. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express as well as personal checks.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - New York University, Doctor of Medicine
New York University, Bellevue Hospital Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
New York University, Bellevue Hospital Center, Fellowship in Hand Surgery
University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor's)
Practice
Salvatore R. Lenzo, M.D.
Affiliation
NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
NYU Langone Health
The Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
Mount Sinai Beth Israel - Petrie Division
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
New York Magazine's Top Doctor's (10 Years Straight)
Dr. Lenzo is an associate professor of Orthopedic Surgery at New York University
Background
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Italian
Polish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1912997776
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.51
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
4.53
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53 reviews
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It was good, but he specialized in hands not what I needef, something which wasn't explicitly or clearly stated in ZocDoc...
October 24, 2017Michael D.Verified patient
Dr Lenzo was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Clean and tidy office and friendly staff as well. Would recommend.
July 18, 2018Gil S.Verified patient
well run but overbooked practice
x-ray lead apron torn,
and did not cover my second arm
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional, don’t have a lot of smiles on his face but very very professional
December 7, 2018Kevin Z.Verified patient
Consummate professional with deep knowledge and expertise in the hands.
June 8, 2018Initials hidden
Very pleasant visit. The doctor is very professional, kind and willing
January 15, 2019Samantha K.Verified patient
Informative and clear about what the plan was moving forward
March 6, 2018Edwin G.Verified patient
Great consultation. Very straightforward, very thorough
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great doctor, very caring, takes his time to explain.
July 31, 2018Susan D.Verified patient
I attended Dr Lenzo with a thumb sprain after being advised to see a specialist by my primary care doctor. My injury was relatively minor but didn't seem to be resolving after about 5 weeks. I had a (second) x-ray, then Dr Lenzo saw me, examined my thumb very quickly and confirmed the diagnosis. He then said they'd get me sorted with a nice splint which I'd wear for 4-6 weeks. I got swept along and stupidly didn't think to ask about the cost. I wish I had, because afterwards I found that the splint (which was moulded by a very nice lady) cost a crazy sum, which I had to pay in full out of pocket as I hadn't hit my deductible. There's no way it was worth that. It was decent, but not many orders of times better than an off the shelf splint I could have picked up for a fraction of th cost. I would have chosen the latter. The fee for the doctor's visit was high. The bill has hit me hard financially and I would have appreciated an up front discussion of the cost before being ushered quickly along to get the in-house splint, which must make the doctor an absolute killing. I know it's my fault for not asking, but still, it feels somewhat unethical for the doctor not to raise any kind of flag about the cost of his own volition. I'd therefore encourage future patients to ask about the specifics of the costs while in the office, *before* committing, as at least in my experience this important info will not be volunteered. I emailed the office afterwards querying the cost, but received no response, although the check I sent was cashed very speedily. Sadly the overwhelming impression I came away with was that, at least for my type of injury, this is a moneymaking production line, rather than a truly caring medical team.
May 31, 2019Stephen D.Verified patient
The doctor is great and knows what he is doing but the wait time is the worst i ever been. Its as bad as waiting in the hospital emergency room. if you plan to schedule an appointment just be prepared to wait minimum an hour because you will never be seen at the time of your appointment.
April 5, 2019Elvys V.Verified patient
I was 15 minutes late, however there was a considerable wait time more than 30 minutes. The people were pretty much friebdly and professional.
March 15, 2019Initials hidden
Excellent doctor.
September 11, 2018Jessica B.Verified patient
The appointment felt pointless, he was rushing and didn’t seem to help what was wrong. Still in pain till date, a self diagnosis was probably more ideal than going there.
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Dr. Salvatore was very knowledgeable and personable in explaining my concern. He shared a personal story to humanize the experience. I felt comfortable and would gladly come back again. Need more Dr.'s like him around.
More than 1 year agoBrendez W.Verified patient
At first Ibvbwas impressed how he started treating the ganglion cyst right away poking and prodding a large needle at it. After all that pain the next day the cyst was still in my finger. No I would not go to this doctor again for he mistreated me as a patient.
April 12, 2018Initials hidden
Very professional and nice
February 13, 2018Jingge G.Verified patient
Was in an out quickly and efficiently.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Having dealt with other MDs about my hand, he was very clear in what the issue was and what the plan was going to be moving forward.
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Which hospital is Dr. Salvatore Lenzo affiliated with?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo is affiliated with NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, NYU Langone Health, and The Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Salvatore Lenzo work with?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo works with Salvatore R. Lenzo, M.D..
Where is Dr. Salvatore Lenzo's office located?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo's office is located at 955 5th Ave, New York, NY 10075.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salvatore Lenzo have?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Salvatore Lenzo?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Salvatore Lenzo on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Salvatore Lenzo speak?
Dr. Salvatore Lenzo speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Polish.
How do patients rate Dr. Salvatore Lenzo in reviews?
53 patients have reviewed Dr. Salvatore Lenzo. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.51/5. They have a 4.53/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.