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Dr. Lee Dittrich, MD

Dr. Lee Dittrich, MD

Knoxville, TN

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    Who is Dr. Dittrich, Dermatologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Knoxville, Tennessee, is home to Dr. Lee Baxter Dittrich MD, a Dermatologist serving the local community with comprehensive skin care. With a practice anchored on Fox Road, Dr. Dittrich provides accessible dermatological services to patients across Knoxville and neighboring Sevierville. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of sun damage skin conditions, Dr. Dittrich's clinical expertise encompasses a range of skin concerns, including benign skin growths and various skin conditions. His procedural skills include Skin Lesion Removal, Skin Cancer Treatment, and Skin Biopsy, ensuring patients receive targeted care for their specific needs. By combining these procedures with treatments like Wound Repair and Psoriasis Treatment, Dr. Dittrich addresses the complexities of skin health with precision. Dr. Dittrich's medical training includes residency programs at the University of Virginia Medical Center and Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, where he honed his skills in dermatology and internal medicine. Board certification by the American Board of Dermatology further underscores his expertise in the field. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Dittrich, who accepts major insurance carriers including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Medicare. Appointments can be booked online for added convenience.

    Where did Dr. Dittrich go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Dermatology; Moses H Cone Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Dittrich board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Dittrich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Dittrich speak?

    Dr. Dittrich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Dittrich typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Dittrich 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. Dittrich. 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Dittrich typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Dittrich 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. Dittrich. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
    • Removal of Skin Cancer on Face/Ears
    • Skin Cancer Lesion Destruction
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face)
    • Facial Skin Cancer Treatment
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Laser Surgery
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17281: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17271: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Also known as:

    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Small Area)
    • Laser Psoriasis Treatment
    • UVB Laser for Psoriasis
    • Targeted Phototherapy for Psoriasis

    CPT Codes:

    • 96920: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; total area less than 250 sq cm

    Does Dr. Dittrich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dittrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dittrich accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Dittrich in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Dittrich's office located?

    Dr. Lee Dittrich's Primary Practice

    123 Fox Rd

    Knoxville, TN 37922

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    Dr. Lee Dittrich's Practice 2

    740 Middle Creek Rd Ste 114

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lee Dittrich?

    Dr. Dittrich has appointments available at his Knoxville, TN office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Dittrich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dittrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316905862.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dittrich?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dittrich

    What is Dr. Lee Dittrich's specialty?

    Dr. Dittrich is a Dermatologist near Knoxville, TN.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is this Dr. Lee Dittrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dittrich is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lee Dittrich accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Dittrich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Dittrich offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dittrich, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Lee Dittrich?

    Please contact Dr. Dittrich's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Dittrich have?

    Dr. Lee Dittrich is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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