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Dr. Ruth Yates, MD

Huntsville, AL

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Yates, Dermatologist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Ruth Yates, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yates graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed her residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Presbyterian Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yates’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yates’s office at (256) 536-4401.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Presbyterian Hosp, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College

    Is Dr. Yates board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Yates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yates speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yates treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Yates 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. Yates. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Right Leg or Hip
    • Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Right lower limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right leg
    • Right hip spot
    • Right leg mole
    • Right upper limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right arm
    • Right shoulder spot
    • Right arm mole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip
    • D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mycosis Fungoides
    • Lymphoma
    • Mycosis fungoides
    • Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
    • CTCL
    • Alibert-Bazin syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8400: Mycosis fungoides, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Facial redness
    • Adult acne
    • Rosy cheeks condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Does Dr. Yates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 536-4401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yates accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Yates in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Yates' office located?

    Dr. Ruth Yates' Primary Practice

    520 Madison St SE Ste C

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 536-4401

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

    Dr. Yates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063470250.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yates?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Yates's specialty?

    Dr. Yates is a Dermatologist near Huntsville, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Yates to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Yates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Yates 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 Ruth Yates accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Yates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Yates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yates's office at (256) 536-4401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Yates?

    Please contact Dr. Yates's office at (256) 536-4401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Yates have?

    Dr. Ruth Yates is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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