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Who is Dr. Harris, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Brian Harris, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Harris graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Dermatology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and AAD Membership:. Dr. Harris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (239) 936-3344.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Harris?
Dr. Brian Harris, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Harris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fort Myers, FL community, Dr. Harris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Harris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: RESEARCH (WOUND HEALING), UNIVERSTIY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, MIAMI, FL
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Dermatology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | University Miami Jackson Meml Hospital | Jackson Memorial Medical Center | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Harris board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Harris speak?
Dr. Harris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Harris typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
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:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
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
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Harris typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
- Mohs Surgery (Additional Stage)
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
- Mohs surgery body
- Skin cancer removal trunk
- Micrographic surgery arms
- Precise skin cancer surgery legs
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- Skin cancer removal with mapping
- Staged skin cancer surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17314: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Mohs Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
- Local Skin Flap
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Reconstruction (Local)
- Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
- 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?
Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 936-3344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Harris in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CMS
Medicare
Oscar Health
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Harris' office located?
Dr. Brian Harris' Primary Practice
9090 Park Royal Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(239) 936-3344
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AAD Membership:
Fellow
What is Dr. Harris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538272653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harris
What is Dr. Brian Harris's specialty?
Dr. Harris is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Fort Myers, FL.
What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S.
Is this Dr. Brian Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Harris 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 Brian Harris accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Brian Harris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Harris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (239) 936-3344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Harris?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (239) 936-3344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Harris have?
Dr. Brian Harris is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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