Village Obstetrics

Village Obstetrics does not participate in any insurance networks. The practice sets its fees at 95% of Fair Health benchmarks for its two zip codes, 10011 and 10128. Patients with out-of-network benefits may submit claims and receive partial reimbursement directly from their insurance company. Onboarding manager Debbie Forbes is available at 646-440-2316 to help patients navigate their insurance and understand anticipated costs.

Billing at Village Obstetrics depends on the services provided and the medical complexity of your care. Debbie Forbes, the practice's onboarding manager, handles all insurance and cost questions. You can reach her at 646-440-2316. The practice also invites prospective patients to attend a complimentary meet-and-greet appointment, where you can discuss your situation in detail before committing.

Yes. Village Obstetrics offers complimentary meet-and-greet appointments for anyone considering the practice, whether for pregnancy care or preconception planning. The practice typically accommodates new inquiries within the same week. You can also attend one of the practice's open houses, which are limited to ten people and require vaccination.

Dr. Worth and Dr. Mussalli deliver at The Mount Sinai Hospital (Klingenstein Pavilion, 1176 Fifth Avenue) and Mount Sinai West (1000 Tenth Avenue). The practice also offers the Metropolitan Hospital Prenatal Pathway, through which patients receive prenatal care with Village Obstetrics doctors and then deliver with the Metropolitan Hospital team.

Yes. Village Obstetrics has extensive experience with VBAC and a strong success rate. Both Dr. Worth and Dr. Mussalli actively support patients pursuing vaginal birth after cesarean. The practice has guided patients through multiple successful VBACs, including patients attempting VBAC after more than one prior cesarean.

Village Obstetrics performs Gentle Cesarean as its standard technique for all non-urgent surgical deliveries. The approach uses a clear drape so parents can watch their baby's birth, along with dimmed lights and background music to create a calmer, family-centered environment. The goal is to give families a meaningful birth experience regardless of delivery method.

Yes. Village Obstetrics supports patients through whatever approach to pain management they choose. The practice's epidural rate sits at around 60%, meaning a significant portion of patients deliver without one. Both doctors support unmedicated vaginal birth and work closely with doulas throughout labor.

Village Obstetrics actively collaborates with doulas and birth workers. The practice considers itself doula-friendly and has hosted events specifically for doulas and birth workers. Patients who plan to work with a doula can expect full cooperation from both Dr. Worth and Dr. Mussalli.

Yes. Dr. Mussalli holds a fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine from Columbia University and specializes in high-risk obstetric care. The practice manages conditions including preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, advanced maternal age, placenta previa, recurrent pregnancy loss, preterm labor risk, thyroid disorders, IVF pregnancies, and fetal growth concerns, among others.

Village Obstetrics has two Manhattan locations. The North office sits at 1225 Park Avenue at 95th Street on the Upper East Side. The downtown office is at 101 West 12th Street in zip code 10011. Both doctors practice across both locations.