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Dr. Alison Kortz

Schenectady, NY

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    Who is Dr. Kortz, Dermatologist in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Alison Kortz is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kortz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kortz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kortz’s office at (518) 274-4305.

    What languages does Dr. Kortz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kortz treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kortz 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. Kortz. 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:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Skin Growth
    • 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
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Increased Skin Sensitivity
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Hyperesthesia
    • Overly Sensitive Skin
    • Abnormal Skin Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R203: Hyperesthesia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Androgenic Hair Loss
    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Androgenetic alopecia
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness
    • Male pattern baldness
    • Female pattern baldness
    • Genetic hair loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
    • L649: Androgenic alopecia, unspecified
    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
    • Allergy
    • Rashes
    • Allergic skin rash
    • Contact allergy
    • Skin irritation from allergens

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L239: Allergic contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Does Dr. Kortz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kortz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 274-4305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kortz accept in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Kortz in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kortz's office located?

    Dr. Alison Kortz's Primary Practice

    461 Clinton St Ext # 1

    Schenectady, NY 12305

    (518) 274-4305

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    Dr. Alison Kortz's Practice 2

    137 Hoosick St

    Troy, NY 12180

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    Dr. Alison Kortz's Practice 3

    1770 Route 9 Ste 202

    Halfmoon, NY 12065

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

    Dr. Kortz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619966264.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kortz?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Kortz's specialty?

    Dr. Kortz is a Dermatologist near Schenectady, NY. 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. Kortz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Kortz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kortz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Columbia Memorial Health. 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 Alison Kortz accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Kortz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Kortz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kortz's office at (518) 274-4305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Kortz?

    Please contact Dr. Kortz's office at (518) 274-4305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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