27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oberholzer, Transplant Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Josef Oberholzer, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Oberholzer completed his residency at Stadtspital Triemli Zurich. Dr. Oberholzer is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oberholzer’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oberholzer’s office at (434) 924-9370.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oberholzer?
Dr. Josef Oberholzer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant 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. Oberholzer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatobiliary Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplant, Size-Inclusive Care, Transplant Surgery, Transplant-Pancreas, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville, VA community, Dr. Oberholzer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Oberholzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Alberta Hospital | University of Alberta Hospital, Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery and Transplantation
Residency: Stadtspital Triemli Zurich | University of Geneva Affiliated Hospitals | Stadtspital Triemli Zurich, Surgery , Hospital Universitaide De Geneve, Surgery 1998
Medical School: Universitat Zurich
What languages does Dr. Oberholzer speak?
Dr. Oberholzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Oberholzer typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Oberholzer 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. Oberholzer. 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 Donor
- Organ Donation
- Donating Liver
- Living Liver Donor
- Deceased Liver Donor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z526: Liver donor
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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Oberholzer typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Josef Oberholzer 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
Please contact Dr. Oberholzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oberholzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Oberholzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-9370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oberholzer accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Oberholzer in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Oberholzer's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Chicago Super Doctors
What is Dr. Oberholzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oberholzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114955028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oberholzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oberholzer
What is Dr. Josef Oberholzer's specialty?
Dr. Oberholzer is a Transplant Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Josef Oberholzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oberholzer is affiliated with Uva University 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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Is Josef Oberholzer accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Josef Oberholzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josef Oberholzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oberholzer's office at (434) 924-9370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josef Oberholzer?
Please contact Dr. Oberholzer's office at (434) 924-9370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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