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Dr. Katherine Mercy, MD
Naperville, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercy, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Naperville, IL?
Dr. Katherine Mercy, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Naperville, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mercy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercy’s office at (703) 723-5700.
Is Dr. Mercy board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Mercy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mercy speak?
Dr. Mercy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Mercy typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Mercy 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. Mercy. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- 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
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Mercy typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Mercy 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. Mercy. 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 Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
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
Also known as:
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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)
Does Dr. Mercy accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 723-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercy accept in Naperville, IL?
Dr. Mercy in Naperville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fox Valley Medicine
HealthPartners
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mercy's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Mercy affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mercy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Mercy's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134385255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercy
What is Dr. Katherine Mercy's specialty?
Dr. Mercy is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Naperville, IL.
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 Dr. Katherine Mercy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercy is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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. Katherine Mercy accepting new patients in Naperville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Mercy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Mercy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercy's office at (703) 723-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Mercy?
Please contact Dr. Mercy's office at (703) 723-5700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Mercy's office located?
Dr. Mercy's offices are located in Naperville, IL and Crest Hill, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Mercy have?
Dr. Katherine Mercy is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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