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Who is Dr. Rusu, Dermatologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Focused on benign skin growth management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, Dr. Corina Rusu MD is a Dermatologist in Charlottesville, VA. She practices at 1221 Lee St, where her expertise addresses a range of skin concerns. Patients often seek Dr. Rusu for conditions such as benign skin growths, radiation skin damage, sun damage skin conditions, and skin pigmentation disorders. Her clinical approach involves procedures like skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, wound repair, and skin cancer treatment, ensuring comprehensive care for her patients. By integrating these procedures with thorough diagnostic analysis, Dr. Rusu provides personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs. Dr. Rusu is affiliated with top-ranked hospitals, including Uva University Hospital and Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, reflecting her commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. She is fluent in English and Romanian, making her services accessible to a diverse patient population. Dr. Rusu accepts various insurance carriers, including major providers like Medicare, UnitedHealth Group, and Humana. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Rusu, who is currently accepting new patients. Her practice is located in Charlottesville, VA, and she is available to address the dermatological needs of the local community.
What languages does Dr. Rusu speak?
Dr. Rusu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Rusu typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Rusu 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. Rusu. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Rusu typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Rusu 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. Rusu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
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)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Limbs)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Surgical Wound Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
- Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Malignant 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
Does Dr. Rusu accept my insurance?
Dr. Rusu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-5115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rusu accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Rusu in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rusu's office located?
What is Dr. Rusu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rusu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003305624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rusu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rusu
What is Dr. Corina Rusu's specialty?
Dr. Rusu is a Dermatologist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Corina Rusu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rusu is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center 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 Corina Rusu accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Corina Rusu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Corina Rusu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rusu's office at (434) 924-5115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Corina Rusu?
Please contact Dr. Rusu's office at (434) 924-5115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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