FAQs

Insurance | Surgery | What to Bring to my Visit | Other FAQs

INSURANCE

What types of insurance are accepted by Dr. Mayman and HSS?

Participating Insurance Plans for Dr. Mayman:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Cigna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO/PPO/Indemnity
  • Medicare
  • No Fault
  • Oxford Liberty/Freedom/Medicare
  • Workman’s Compensation (Limited)
  • United Health Care

*In addition, Insurance Plans with “Out-of-Network Benefits” are welcome.

Participating Insurance Plans for the Hospital for Special Surgery:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Cigna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO/PPO/Indemnity
  • Empire Plan
  • Medicare
  • No Fault
  • Oxford Liberty/Freedom/Medicare
  • Workman’s Compensation (Limited)
  • United Health Care

Our staff is trained to assist you with additional questions or concerns relating to your insurance inquiries.  Please feel free to contact the office directly.

Do you get clearance from my insurance provider before surgery?

Yes, our office staff will make sure to get the proper authorization from you insurance carrier prior to surgery.

Please note, our insurance participation does not change often, but please verify our participation in a plan when you call to schedule an appointment to avoid any misunderstanding.

OFFICE VISITS

When does Dr. Mayman see patients?

Dr. Mayman’s office hours are as follows:

Manhattan: Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and every other Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Queens: Mondays and the 4th Wednesday of each month, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

What do I need to bring to my appointment with Dr. Mayman?

Please bring the following:

  • Legal Photo Identification Card (Driver’s license, Passport, ID Card)
  • Insurance Cards
  • Previous operative reports relating to visit
  • Recent X-ray or MRI (within the last 6 months)

Dr. Mayman can view the X-ray images on a CD or films, but there must also be a radiology report.  This report is not on the CD or films and must be requested from the Radiology facility.

What if I haven’t had recent X-rays taken?

We have a Radiology department at HSS so if you have not had X-rays taken, or if yours are older than 6 months, we can schedule you to have X-rays 1 hour prior to your appointment time.

What forms do I need to fill out prior to my appointment?

If you are a new patient or are coming back to see Dr. Mayman after more than one year, it will help speed up your care on the day of your visit if you print, fill out and bring the New Patient Form, Medical History Form and Notice of Privacy Practices Form to your appointment.

SURGERY

How do I go about donating blood? How long before surgery do I donate?

Our staff will assist you if you would like to donate blood by sending a request to the New York Blood Center, which has locations throughout the tri-state area. You can then call the Blood Center to make an appointment for your donation, which must take place within 30 days of your surgery.

What is post-surgery protocol?
Following, hip replacement surgery, most patients are in the hospital for 3-4 days. You begin walking with the physical therapists in the hospital starting the day of or the day after your surgery. Most people require physical therapy for 6 weeks to 3 months after surgery. All patients recover at different rates. Dr. Mayman would be happy to discuss your specific rehabilitation protocol with you in the office.

Following knee replacement surgery, most patients are in the hospital for 3 to 4 days. Some patients are then transferred to an inpatient rehabilitation facility prior to going home. By the time of discharge, most patients are walking with a cane or walker. Most patients are able to get rid of their walking aids within the first 6 weeks. It is critically important to work with a physical therapist for at least the first 6 weeks after surgery in order to regain motion in the knee.

How long will I be in rehab?

Following surgery, you will either go to a rehab facility or receive home care services. If you go to a rehab facility, the length of your stay will depend on how quickly you are meeting your rehab goals and your insurance plan.

Who will remove my sutures after surgery?

Sutures can be removed in rehab or by a home care nurse 10-14 days after surgery.

How many follow-up appointments will I have after surgery and when will they be?

Routine follow-up for patients is 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and 1 year following surgery.

Following surgery, do I need to take antibiotics when going to the dentist?

Yes, you will need to pre-medicate with antibiotics for any future dental procedures. You can call the office staff for a prescription.

Other FAQs

What is a PA?

PA stands for Physician Assistant. Dr. Mayman’s PA is Brian Michaels. Physician Assistants are certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) – a mark of professional accomplishment – and state-licensed. They are health professionals who practice medicine as members of a team with their supervising physicians. Physician Assistants are trained in the medical model. In some schools they attend many of the same classes as medical students. One of the main differences between PA education and physician education is not the core content of the curriculum but the amount of time spent in school. The length of a PA program is about two thirds that of medical school. PAs deliver a broad range of medical and surgical services to diverse populations in rural and urban settings. As part of their comprehensive responsibilities, PAs conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, perform therapeutic injections, counsel on preventive health care, assist in surgery, and prescribe medications.

How can I obtain a copy of my medical records?

Per the HIPPA Privacy Rule, if you would like your medical records from Dr. Mayman sent to you or a third party, you must complete a Medical Records Request form. Please contact our office to obtain this form.