Expertise in
17
conditions
Expertise in
17
conditions

Overview

Michael Black is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Dr. Black is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Endoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

Dr. Black is board certified in American Board Of Surgery (2007). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Of Wisconsin

Residency

Madison University Of Wi Hospitals and Clinics Authority 2007

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in WI

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery (2007)

Fellowships

Crosby Cuyuna Regional Medical Center 2008
Aitkin Riverwood Healthcare Center 2008

Hospital Affiliations

Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc
Thedacare Regional Med Ctr - Neenah

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Aspirus Arise Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Common Ground Healthcare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
  • EPO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Icare Independent Care Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Network Health
  • HMO
Quartz
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Fox Valley Surgical SpecialistsMilestone Dr.
2000 Milestone Dr, Appleton, WI 54913

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Black

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Black?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Black by calling their office at 920-731-8131. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael Black a top-rated expert for Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Black is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Michael Black specialize in?

While Dr. Michael Black is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Juvenile Angiofibroma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Michael Black participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael Black has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Black's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael Black accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael Black accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 920-731-8131 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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