18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silliman, Surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. William Silliman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Silliman graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency at Columbia Hospital. Dr. Silliman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silliman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silliman’s office at (573) 334-3074.
Where did Dr. Silliman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbia Hospital
Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
Is Dr. Silliman board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. William Silliman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Silliman speak?
Dr. Silliman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Silliman typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Silliman 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. Silliman. 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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Breast Disease
- Cystic breasts
- Fibrocystic disease
- Lumpy breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6019: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of unspecified breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Silliman typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Silliman 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. Silliman. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Silliman accept my insurance?
Dr. Silliman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 334-3074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silliman accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Silliman in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Exclusive Care
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silliman's office located?
Dr. William Silliman's Primary Practice
60 Doctors Park
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-3074
What is Dr. Silliman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silliman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174552954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silliman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silliman
What is Dr. William Silliman's specialty?
Dr. Silliman is a Surgeon near Cape Girardeau, MO.
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 this Dr. William Silliman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silliman is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo, Mercy Hospital St. Louis which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 William Silliman accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. William Silliman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Silliman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silliman's office at (573) 334-3074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Silliman?
Please contact Dr. Silliman's office at (573) 334-3074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Silliman have?
Dr. William Silliman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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