Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Black, Transplant Surgeon in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Sylvester Black, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Black graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Black is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Black’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Black’s office at (614) 293-6724.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Black?
Dr. Sylvester Black, 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. Black empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver & Biliary Cancer, Liver & Biliary Surgery, Transplant-Multi Organ, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus/OH community, Dr. Black is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Black go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Transplant Surgery: Toronto General Hospital
Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Black speak?
Dr. Black and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Black treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from External Causes
- Immune System and Disorder
- Environmental Immune Deficiency
- Acquired Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84822: Immunodeficiency due to external causes
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
What procedures does Dr. Black perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, 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.
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
Does Dr. Black accept my insurance?
Dr. Black accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-6724 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Black accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Black in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Black's office located?
Dr. Sylvester Black's Primary Practice
300 W 10th Ave Fl 11
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 293-6724
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 1235166653.
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. Sylvester Black's specialty?
Dr. Black is a Transplant Surgeon near Columbus, OH. 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. Black to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sylvester Black affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Black is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 Sylvester Black accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sylvester Black is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sylvester Black offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (614) 293-6724 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sylvester Black?
Please contact Dr. Black's office at (614) 293-6724 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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