Who is Dr. Litani, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Wellesley Hills, MA?
Dr. Carin Litani, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wellesley Hills, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Litani completed her residency at John Stroger Hospital of Cook County. She is a member of the AAD Membership:.
Dr. Litani is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Litani’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Litani’s office at (781) 237-3500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Litani?
Dr. Carin Litani, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Litani empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer & Moles, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Wellesley Hills/MA community, Dr. Litani is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Litani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical University of South Carolina, Fellow:Dermatology
Residency: John Stroger Hospital of Cook County
Is Dr. Litani board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Carin Litani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Litani speak?
Dr. Litani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Litani treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Litani 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. Litani. 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:
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:
Skin Cancer Screening
Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mole Check
Dermatology Screening
Melanoma Screening
Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
Acne Vulgaris
Acne
Common acne
Pimples
Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
L700: Acne vulgaris
What procedures does Dr. Litani perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Litani 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. Litani. 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
Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
Removal of Multiple Benign 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
Benign Skin Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
Facial Skin Growth Excision
Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
Eyelid Lesion Excision
Lip Lesion Removal
Benign Skin Growth Excision
Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
Skin growth excision
Mole removal
Benign skin tumor removal
Skin lesion surgery
Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth
Skin Growth Destruction
Benign Lesion Excision
Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
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
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)
11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
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:
Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
Complex Trunk Wound Repair
Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Limbs)
Complex Wound Repair (Additional Area)
Facial Wound Repair
Wounds and Injuries
Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
Advanced Wound Stitching
Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
Laceration Repair (Body)
Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
Complex Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure
Surgical Wound Repair
Complex Skin Repair on Torso
Trunk Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
Surgical Repair of Torso Wound
Complex Wound Closure
Deep Wound Stitching
Injury Repair
Extensive Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure (Scalp/Limbs)
Complex Skin Repair
Stitches for facial cut
Intermediate wound closure
Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13120: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
13100: Repair, complex, trunk; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
13122: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Skin Lesions
Mohs Surgery
PDT for Precancerous Skin
Light Therapy for Skin Cancer
Photosensitizing Drug Treatment
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Skin Cancer Removal
Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
96573: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
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 Biopsy
Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
Skin Biopsy (Punch)
Shave Biopsy
Tangential Biopsy
Skin Lesion Biopsy
Shave biopsy
Tangential skin biopsy
Scoop biopsy
Punch Biopsy
Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
Intralesional Injection
Lesion Injection Therapy
Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
Complex Repair of Face Wounds
Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
Deep Torso Laceration Repair
Complex Body Wound Stitching
Eyelid Repair
Nose Laceration Repair
Lip Wound Surgery
Complex Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure
Surgical Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
Malignant Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal
Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
Genital Lesion Excision
Benign Skin Growth Excision
Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
Mole Removal
Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
Skin Cancer Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (2.1-3.0 cm)
Malignant Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal
Cancerous Mole Removal
Skin Cancer Excision
Malignant Mole Removal
Tumor Removal from Skin
Wide Excision of Skin Lesion
Skin Cancer Surgery
Malignant Melanoma Removal
Wide Local Excision Skin
CPT Codes:
11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
11622: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11623: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Facial Tissue Reconstruction
Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
Adjacent tissue flap surgery
Eyelid reconstruction
Nose reconstruction
Lip reconstruction
Local Flap Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Rearrangement
Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Facial Skin Graft
Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
Full Thickness Graft for Face
Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
Facial skin graft
Hand skin graft
Neck skin graft
Genital skin graft
CPT Codes:
15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less
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:
Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
Proud flesh removal
Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
Granulation tissue treatment
Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
Facial mole removal
Eyelid lesion excision
Lip lesion removal
Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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:
Complex Repair of Eyelid, Nose, Ear, or Lip (1.1-2.5 cm)
Facial Feature Complex Repair
Complex Wound Closure Face
Reconstructive Surgery Face
CPT Codes:
13151: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
Abscess Drainage
Abscess
Incision and Drainage (I&D)
Boil Lancing
Cyst Drainage
Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
Compression Bandage Application
Leg Compression System
Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
Wound Debridement
Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
Unna Boot Application
Surgical Wound Cleaning
Tissue Removal from Wound
Dead Tissue Removal
Artificial Skin Graft
Wound Skin Replacement
Bioengineered Skin Application
Compression Boot Application
Unna Paste Bandage
Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
Lip Biopsy
Biopsy
Lip Tissue Sample
Oral Biopsy (Lip)
Lip Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
40490: Biopsy of lip
Also known as:
External Ear Biopsy
Outer Ear Biopsy
Ear Skin Biopsy
Ear Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
69100: Biopsy external ear
Does Dr. Litani accept my insurance?
Dr. Litani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 237-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Litani accept in Wellesley Hills, MA?
Dr. Litani in Wellesley Hills, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Litani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Litani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326209560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Litani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Litani
What is Dr. Carin Litani's specialty?
Dr. Litani is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Wellesley Hills, MA.
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. Contact Dr. Litani to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carin Litani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Litani is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their
excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through
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The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
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Is Carin Litani accepting new patients in Wellesley Hills, MA?
Yes, Dr. Carin Litani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carin Litani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Litani's office at (781) 237-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carin Litani?
Please contact Dr. Litani's office at (781) 237-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carin Litani have?
Dr. Carin Litani is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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