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Dr. Mikel Muse, DO

MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dermatologist

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muse, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Mikel Muse, DO is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Muse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muse’s office at (910) 596-5421.

    What languages does Dr. Muse speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Muse typically treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Muse 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. Muse. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Muse typically perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Muse 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. Muse. 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

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

    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 Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Muse accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 596-5421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muse accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Muse in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Muse's office located?

    Dr. Mikel Muse's Primary Practice

    1099 Medical Center Dr Unit 200300

    Wilmington, NC 28401

    (910) 596-5421

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    Dr. Mikel Muse's Practice 2

    607 Beaman St

    Clinton, NC 28328

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    Dr. Mikel Muse's Practice 3

    720 Jefferson St

    Whiteville, NC 28472

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

    Dr. Muse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639639339.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muse?

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

    What is Dr. Mikel Muse's specialty?

    Dr. Muse is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Wilmington, NC.

    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. Mikel Muse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muse is affiliated with Adventist Health Portland 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. Mikel Muse accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Mikel Muse is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mikel Muse offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Muse's office at (910) 596-5421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mikel Muse?

    Please contact Dr. Muse's office at (910) 596-5421 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Muse's office located?

    Dr. Muse's offices are located in Wilmington, NC, Clinton, NC, and Whiteville, NC.