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Dr. Karen Parviainen, MD

Dr. Karen Parviainen, MD

Martinez, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parviainen, Procedural Dermatologist in Martinez, GA?

    Dr. Karen Parviainen, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Martinez, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Parviainen completed her residency at Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Dermatology. Dr. Parviainen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parviainen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parviainen’s office at (706) 691-7079.

    Where did Dr. Parviainen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Dermatology | Med College Of Ga School Of Med

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Parviainen board certified as a Procedural Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Parviainen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Parviainen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Parviainen typically treat?

    As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Parviainen 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. Parviainen. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Pigmentation Issues
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Skin color changes
    • Pigment abnormalities
    • Discolored skin conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L818: Other specified disorders of pigmentation

    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 Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Parviainen typically perform?

    As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Parviainen 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. Parviainen. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal
    • Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11622: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 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

    Does Dr. Parviainen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parviainen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 691-7079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parviainen accept in Martinez, GA?

    Dr. Parviainen in Martinez, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Parviainen's office located?

    Dr. Karen Parviainen's Primary Practice

    575 Furys Ferry Rd

    Martinez, GA 30907

    (706) 691-7079

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    Dr. Karen Parviainen's Practice 2

    820 Saint Sebastian Way Ste 6C

    Augusta, GA 30901

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

    Dr. Parviainen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023042124.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parviainen?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Parviainen's specialty?

    Dr. Parviainen is a Procedural Dermatologist near Martinez, GA.

    What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?

    Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers).

    Is this Dr. Karen Parviainen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parviainen is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta 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

    When to see a Procedural Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Procedural Dermatologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karen Parviainen accepting new patients in Martinez, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Parviainen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Parviainen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parviainen's office at (706) 691-7079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Parviainen?

    Please contact Dr. Parviainen's office at (706) 691-7079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Parviainen have?

    Dr. Karen Parviainen is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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