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David J. Lunardini, MD

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David J. Lunardini, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Assistant Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
General information
Gender: Male
Language: Interpreter Services Available, English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
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About Me

I provide surgical treatment for adults with degenerative, traumatic or tumor-related conditions of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. I have a special interest and training in the treatment of complex cervical spine pathology.

My primary goal as a provider of surgical spine care is to offer each patient a straightforward and honest assessment of the least invasive, safest and most effective method of addressing their specific problem — which may include surgical or non-surgical treatments. 

My secondary goal is to empower each patient to maximize their own health care outcomes. I believe that teaching patients to understand their disease process, helping them to make informed decisions and guiding their expectations are also key drivers of success.

My goal is to empower each patient to maximize their own health care outcomes.

David J. Lunardini, MD

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Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health Network. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.

Orthopedics & Rehabilitation Center, University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • Coventry Health Care/First Health
  • Delta Dental
  • EBPA
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
  • Medicare*
  • MVP
  • Optum Rx
  • POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
  • St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
  • United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health)
  • Vermont Blue Advantage
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
  • Zelis/Stratose

*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Experience

Education & Training
Fellowship Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Spine Surgery
Residency University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine University of Virginia School of Medicine - Medical Doctor
Bachelor of Science Penn State University - Life Sciences
Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery

Research & Academic Interests
  • Treatment of Complex Cervical Spine Pathology

Patient Ratings & Comments

55 ratings

Most Recent Comments

  • Doctor walked in barely said hello crossed the room to the computer monitor where he remained for most of the visit. The majority of the time his back was to me and yet he was able to determine that I had a depressed affect, as per his notes on my chart.
  • Excellent provider!
  • Dr. Lunardini is very caring and personal.
  • Best Dr. ever.
  • I have been very pleased with the care Dr. Lunardini has provided me - with my surgery and all follow-up appointments.
  • I present a very difficult set of symptoms, and a complex medical history. I appreciate the attention and thought Dr. Lunardini put into his evaluation.
  • Exceptional dr.
  • Dr. Lunardini is one of the best orthopedic spine surgeons. He helped me walk again.
  • Doctor was very good about explaining everything.
  • Dr. Lunardini is great, and the surgery went very well!
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