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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silk, Surgeon in Troy, NY?
Dr. Yusuf Silk, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Troy, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Silk graduated from Seth G.S. Medical College and completed his residency at Roswell Park Cancer Inst, Medical Oncology; Fairview Gen Hosp, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery. Dr. Silk is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silk’s office at (518) 272-0171.
Where did Dr. Silk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Roswell Park Cancer Inst, Medical Oncology; Fairview Gen Hosp, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery
Medical School: Seth G S Med College University Of Mumbai Mumbai Maharashtra India | Seth G.S. Medical College
Is Dr. Silk board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Silk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Silk speak?
Dr. Silk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Silk treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Silk 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. Silk. 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Inflammatory Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L88: Pyoderma gangrenosum
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Silk perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Yusuf Silk may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Silk's office.
Does Dr. Silk accept my insurance?
Dr. Silk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 272-0171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silk accept in Troy, NY?
Dr. Silk in Troy, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
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Where is Dr. Silk's office located?
What is Dr. Silk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265442172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silk
What is Dr. Yusuf Silk's specialty?
Dr. Silk is a Surgeon near Troy, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Silk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yusuf Silk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silk is affiliated with Presbyterian Espanola 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 Yusuf Silk accepting new patients in Troy, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Silk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yusuf Silk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silk's office at (518) 272-0171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yusuf Silk?
Please contact Dr. Silk's office at (518) 272-0171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yusuf Silk have?
Dr. Yusuf Silk is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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