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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Black, Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. James Black, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Black graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Plastic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Black is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Black’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Black’s office at (310) 530-4200.
Where did Dr. Black go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Plastic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Black board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Black, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Black speak?
Dr. Black and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Black typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Black diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Black. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fluid Buildup After Other Surgery
- Post-Operative Seroma
- Fluid Pocket After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- I97622: Postprocedural seroma of a circulatory system organ or structure following other procedure
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Black typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Black performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Black. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Capsule Removal
- Complete Breast Capsulectomy
- Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
- Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)
CPT Codes:
- 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents
Also known as:
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
- Complex Body Wound Repair
- Trunk Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
CPT Codes:
- 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
Does Dr. Black accept my insurance?
Dr. Black accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 530-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Black accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Black in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Black's office located?
Dr. James Black's Primary Practice
22930 Crenshaw Blvd Ste D
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 530-4200
What is Dr. Black's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Black's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821000191.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Black?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Black
What is Dr. James Black's specialty?
Dr. Black is a Specialist near Torrance, CA.
Is this Dr. James Black affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Black is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is James Black accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Black is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Black offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (310) 530-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Black?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (310) 530-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Black have?
Dr. James Black is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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