Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silvestry, Transplant Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Scott Silvestry, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Silvestry completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Silvestry is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silvestry’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silvestry’s office at (407) 303-2474.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Silvestry?
Dr. Scott Silvestry, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Silvestry empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery, Transplant-Heart, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Silvestry is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Silvestry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa
Is Dr. Silvestry board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Scott Silvestry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Silvestry speak?
Dr. Silvestry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silvestry treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Silvestry 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. Silvestry. 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.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Which procedures does Dr. Silvestry perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Silvestry may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Silvestry's office.
Does Dr. Silvestry accept my insurance?
Dr. Silvestry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 303-2474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silvestry accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Silvestry in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Silvestry's office located?
Dr. Scott Silvestry's Primary Practice
1625 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(407) 303-2474
What is Dr. Silvestry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silvestry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922028547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silvestry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silvestry
What is Dr. Scott Silvestry's specialty?
Dr. Silvestry is a Transplant Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Silvestry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Silvestry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silvestry is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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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Is Scott Silvestry accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
No, Dr. Scott Silvestry is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Silvestry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silvestry's office at (407) 303-2474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Silvestry?
Please contact Dr. Silvestry's office at (407) 303-2474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Silvestry have?
Dr. Scott Silvestry is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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