Dr. Sander Florman, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Florman, Surgeon in New York, NY?

Dr. Sander Florman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Florman graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Florman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Florman’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Florman’s office.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Florman?

Dr. Sander Florman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Florman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatobiliary Surgery, Liver & Biliary Cancer, Transplant-Kidney-Adult & Pediatric, Transplant-Liver-Adult & Pediatric, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Florman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Tulane University Medical Center | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

Is Dr. Florman board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Sander Florman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Florman speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Florman typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Florman 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. Florman. 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:

Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
Chronic medication use
Ongoing drug treatment
Extended drug therapy

ICD-10 Codes:

Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

Also known as:

Other Kidney Transplant Complication
Kidney Transplantation
Renal Transplant Problem
Kidney Graft Issue
Post-Kidney Transplant Problem

ICD-10 Codes:

T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant

Also known as:

Liver Cancer
Childhood Liver Cancer
Hepatic Cancer
Hepatocellular Carcinoma

ICD-10 Codes:

C220: Liver cell carcinoma

Also known as:

End-Stage Kidney Disease
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Florman typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Florman 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. Florman. 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:

Liver Transplant Surgery
Orthotopic liver transplant
Cadaveric liver transplant
Living donor liver transplant
Liver replacement surgery

CPT Codes:

47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age

Also known as:

Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
Renal Allotransplantation
Kidney Graft Implantation
New Kidney Surgery

CPT Codes:

50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy

Does Dr. Florman accept my insurance?

Dr. Florman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Florman accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Florman in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Florman's office located?

Dr. Sander Florman's Primary Practice

5 E 98th St

New York, NY 10029

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Dr. Sander Florman's Practice 2

1 Gustave L Levy Pl Kcc

New York, NY 10029

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What hospitals are Dr. Florman affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Florman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

The Mount Sinai Hospital,New York, NY

Gold Standard Top Hospital

Ranked in 4 Specialties

Ranked in 10 Procedures

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

Dr. Florman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972695492.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Florman?

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

What is Dr. Sander Florman's specialty?

Dr. Florman is a Surgeon near New York, NY.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Sander Florman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Florman is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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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