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Dr. Shery Varghese, MD

Dermatologist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varghese, Dermatologist in Miami, FL?

    Focused on sun damage skin condition management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, Dr. Shery Varghese MD is a Dermatologist in Miami, FL. He provides specialized care at his practice located at 3659 S Miami Ave Ste 6008. Patients often seek Dr. Varghese for conditions such as Sun Damage Skin Condition, Growth of Unknown Type, and Skin Pigmentation Disorder. His clinical expertise centers on managing these complex skin issues, frequently performing procedures like Skin Lesion Removal and Skin Biopsy to diagnose and treat various skin concerns. By combining thorough diagnostic evaluation with targeted treatments, including Wound Repair and Skin Cancer Removal, Dr. Varghese helps patients achieve optimal skin health. Dr. Varghese is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, underscoring his expertise in dermatological care. He is affiliated with top-tier hospitals, including Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach, FL. Dr. Varghese accepts new patients and speaks both English and Spanish, making his services accessible to a diverse patient population. He participates with major insurance carriers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medicare. As a trusted dermatological resource in Miami, Dr. Varghese is well-positioned to serve the surrounding communities.

    Is Dr. Varghese board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shery Varghese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Varghese speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Varghese typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Varghese 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. Varghese. 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:

    • 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:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Varghese typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Varghese 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. Varghese. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop 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)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    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:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Varghese accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varghese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 220-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varghese accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Varghese in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?

    Dr. Shery Varghese's Primary Practice

    3659 S Miami Ave Ste 6008

    Miami, FL 33133

    (321) 220-6400

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    What hospitals are Dr. Varghese affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Varghese has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Parrish Medical Center,Titusville, FL
    Ohmh, Llc,Melbourne, FL

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

    Dr. Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154584084.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varghese?

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

    What is Dr. Shery Varghese's specialty?

    Dr. Varghese is a Dermatologist near Miami, FL.

    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 Dr. Shery Varghese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varghese is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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 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 Dr. Shery Varghese accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Shery Varghese is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shery Varghese offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (321) 220-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shery Varghese?

    Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (321) 220-6400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?

    Dr. Varghese's office is located in Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shery Varghese have?

    Dr. Shery Varghese is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.