Eric M Black, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Eric M Black is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Florham Park, NJ with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(973) 404-9800Florham Park, NJ
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Eric M Black, MD has been part of the Florham Park medical community since 2008 in group practice. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.

1 of 26 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in NJSee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Florham Park18+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 3146dNPPES updated 2017-10-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

140 Park Ave, Florham Park, NJ 07932-1049

Fax: (973) 267-1737
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

6.94%

New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.8 pts)

6.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

736

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

110

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

173

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $606

Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-10%)24%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+6%)24%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$35.7k received from industry

66 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Eric M Black's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

925 Chestnut St 5th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-4216

Differs from practice location

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Eric M Black

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Eric M Black for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Florham Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eric M Black

NPI records show Dr. Black as active with telehealth listed in Florham Park, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (973) 404-9800.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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