Dr. Samuel Tisherman, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Tisherman, Critical Care Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Samuel Tisherman, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Tisherman completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Tisherman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tisherman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tisherman’s office at (410) 328-4124.

Where did Dr. Tisherman go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

Is Dr. Tisherman board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Samuel Tisherman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Tisherman speak?

Dr. Tisherman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tisherman typically treat?

As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Tisherman 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. Tisherman. 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:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Respiratory Failure
Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Lung failure
Breathing failure
Respiratory insufficiency
Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
Hypoxic respiratory failure
Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

ICD-10 Codes:

J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

Also known as:

Low Blood Pressure
Hypotension
Blood Pressure Drop
Fainting Spells

ICD-10 Codes:

I959: Hypotension, unspecified

Also known as:

Dependence on Ventilator
Respirator Dependence
Breathing Machine Reliance
Long-term Ventilation

ICD-10 Codes:

Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

Also known as:

Low Blood Oxygen
Lung Disease
Hypoxemia
Reduced oxygen in blood
Oxygen deficiency

ICD-10 Codes:

R0902: Hypoxemia

Also known as:

Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
Kidney Failure
Acute Tubular Necrosis
ATN
Kidney Tubule Death

ICD-10 Codes:

N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tisherman typically perform?

As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Tisherman may include:

Please contact Dr. Tisherman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Tisherman accept my insurance?

Dr. Tisherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Tisherman accept in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Tisherman in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Tisherman's office located?

Dr. Samuel Tisherman's Primary Practice

22 S Greene St

Baltimore, MD 21201

(410) 328-4124

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What hospitals are Dr. Tisherman affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Tisherman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Frederick Health Hospital,Frederick, MD

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

University Of Maryland Medical Center,Baltimore, MD

Atlantic General Hospital Corp,Berlin, MD

What is Dr. Tisherman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Tisherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891761292.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tisherman?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tisherman

What is Dr. Samuel Tisherman's specialty?

Dr. Tisherman is a Critical Care Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.

What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

Is Dr. Samuel Tisherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Tisherman is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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