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Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD

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Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
SUNY Upstate Medical University (1995)
Professional interests include: metatarsalgia (forefoot pain), arthritis, ankle surgery, and more.
517 Route 111 3rd Floor, Suite 3b
Hauppauge, NY 11788

Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD is an orthopedist in Port Jefferson, NY specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University in 1995 and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD is affiliated with New York University and NYU Langone Health.

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Office Locations

Address:

635 Belle Terre Road Suite 204
Port Jefferson, NY 11777

Address:

788 Harrison Avenue
Riverhead, NY 11901

Address:

2500 Nesconset Highway Building 20-a
Stony Brook, NY 11790

Address:

517 Route 111 3rd Floor, Suite 3b
Hauppauge, NY 11788

Some issues Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

  • Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
  • Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
  • Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD treated as an orthopedist in Port Jefferson, NY were musculoskeletal imaging, X-rays, injections and aspiration.

aspiration 266
computer assisted surgery (CAS) 22
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 16
decompression surgery 20
doctor visit 808
emergency care 12
excision 10
hip imaging 80
hospital care 23
implant surgery 18
injections 284
inpatient care 23
joint surgery 89
lower extremity surgery 31
minimally invasive procedures 57
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) 53
musculoskeletal imaging 326
reconstructive surgery 31
removal of internal scar tissue 11
upper extremity surgery 57
X-rays 284

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD.

Gender
Male 164
Female 262
Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 393
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 11
Other 7
Age
75 to 84 135
85 and over 54
Less than 65 38
65 to 74 198

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 8
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 29
Atrial Fibrillation 9
Cancer 9
Dementia 7

Education & Training

Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University in 1995. He completed residency at Temple University Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University (1995)

Residency: Temple University Hospital (2000)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery (2003)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

New York University
NYU Langone Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: HIP EPO, HIP Access II, HIP Access I, MagnaCare PPO, Humana Medicare Advantage, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), BlueCross BlueShield of Florida, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare Indemnity, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Choice, Aetna Open Access HMO, Vytra HMO, Healthfirst Medicaid, Anthem, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Healthfirst Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Aetna Open Access EPO, AARP, WellCare Medicare, WellCare, United Healthcare Medicare, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Guardian, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, Aetna, Aetna Medicare, HIP Child Health Plus, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, GHI Medicare Supplement, United Healthcare Navigate, Aetna POS, First Health PPO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Aetna Indemnity, Great-West Healthcare, Golden Rule, Community Care Network (CCN), Trustmark , Beech Street PPO, Kaiser Permanente, GHI HMO, CIGNA PPO, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), EmblemHealth, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA Indemnity, Healthfirst Child Health Plus, Elderplan, Medicaid Managed Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Local 1199 PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Railroad Medicare, GEHA, BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), BCBS Healthplus Special Needs, BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group, Teamsters Allied Benefits, Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange, Apwu Health Plan, Christian Brothers Services, Qualcare Inc, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), HIP Prime Silver Exchange, Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2, Insurance Design Administrators, Health Net of California, Global Excel, Healthfirst Silver Leaf Exchange, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 4, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 3, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 2, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 1, American Plan Administrators, HIP Prime Platinum Exchange, BCBS Local 32BJ Employees, Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange, HIP Prime Gold Exchange, Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO, AXA Assistance USA, Fiserv Health, Mutual of Omaha, UMR, VillageCare, BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO, BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange, BCBS EPO (LICH Employees), Screen Actors Guild, HIP Prime Silver, HIP Prime Bronze Exchange, Partners Health Plan FIDA, Meritain Health, HIP VIP Medicare Bold, Administrative Concepts, HIP Bridge, Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Connecticare Bridge, BCBS PPO (LICH Employees), BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY, BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees), NY Fire Department - WTC, HIP Prime Bronze, Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan, BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group, BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage, Connecticare Commercial, HIP Prime Gold, Healthfirst Platinum Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Health Republic of New Jersey, Nippon Life Ins Co, Healthfirst Essential Plan 3 & 4, HIP VIP Medicare Prime, New York Hotel Trades, HIP Prime Basic Exchange, Global Health, Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange, HIP Prime Platinum, Partners Health Plan Medicare, NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan, World Trade Center - Sedgwick, US Life Insurance Company, BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees), Oxford Health Plans Liberty, Wlny-TV Inc., BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP, Medicare Part A and B, Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange, BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), Healthfirst Bronze Total, Pro, Plus EPO, BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO, IUOE Local 14-14B, Chesterfield Resources Inc, HIP Medicare Supplement, Diversified Administration Corporation, WellNet, Bind Benefits inc, BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), Health And Recovery Plan (Harp), HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange, Allied, Oxford Metro, Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual, Qualcare Direct, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Professional Benefit Admin, BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group, Wellfleet-NYU Student, Starmark, BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group, Longevity Health Plan Medicare, WTC Health Program and BCBS Federal Program.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

HIP EPO
HIP Access II
HIP Access I
MagnaCare PPO
Humana Medicare Advantage
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
BlueCross BlueShield of Florida
CIGNA Open Access
United Healthcare PPO
United Healthcare POS
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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Maxx Orthopedics, Inc. $18,808 Freedom Knee System
$15,000 		Freedom Knee
$3,500 		Freedom PCK
$227 		Total Knee System
$81
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. $6,318 Echo
$1,987 		Persona
$1,679 		ROSA
$924 		ROSA-Knee
$289 		G7
$182 		Other
$1,257
Arthrex, Inc. $2,727
$2,727
Zimmer Holding Inc $1,849 Knee
$1,849
Stryker Corporation $1,534 KNEES
$575 		HIPS
$323 		Tritanium
$192 		TRIDENT
$160 		ACCOLADE
$106 		Other
$178
Other $2,879 Journey II
$144 		Zilretta
$136 		ATTUNE
$136 		BENGAL
$125 		ON-Q PUMP AND ACCESSORIES
$111 		Other
$2,226
Types of Payments
Education $21,199
Food and Beverage $7,193
Travel and Lodging $5,722

Research Payments

Dr. Richard Michael Savino, MD has received 11 research payments totaling $31,650.

Biography

Dr. Richard Savino specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. These areas are among his clinical interests: arm fracture, sports health, and hand fracture. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Savino most likely takes Trustmark, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Riverhead, NY. Dr. Savino attended medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University. For his professional training, Dr. Savino completed a residency program at Temple University Hospital.

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