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Dr. Thomas Matzke

Dr. Thomas Matzke

Fargo, ND

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matzke, Dermatologist in Fargo, ND?

    Dr. Thomas Matzke is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Matzke graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Dermatology; Gundersen Lutheran Med Fndn, Transitional Year. Dr. Matzke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matzke’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matzke’s office at (701) 234-8860.

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

    • Fellowship: MOHS: Dermatology PC (West Des Moines, IA)

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Dermatology; Gundersen Lutheran Med Fndn, Transitional Year | Mayo Clinic | Mayo Clinic

    • Medical School: University Of Nd Sch Of Med- Grand Forks Nd | University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Matzke board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Matzke is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Matzke speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Matzke treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Matzke 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. Matzke. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    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:

    • 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:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    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 Dr. Matzke perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Matzke 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. Matzke. 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.

    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 (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching
    • Laceration Repair
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Surgical Wound Repair
    • Injury Stitching
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Intermediate Facial Laceration Repair
    • Eyelid Wound Stitching
    • Lip Laceration Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or 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
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12053: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 5.1 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Removal of Skin Cancer on Face/Ears
    • Skin Cancer Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body/Limbs)
    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face)
    • Facial Skin Cancer Treatment
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Laser Surgery
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion
    • Skin Tumor Removal without Cutting
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion

    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)
    • 17281: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17271: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17263: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia - Medium)
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
    • Malignant Growth Destruction
    • Laser Removal of Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Facial Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision
    • Lip Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 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)
    • 17272: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 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
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Complex Repair of Face Wounds
    • Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Eyelid Repair
    • Nose Laceration Repair
    • Lip Wound Surgery
    • Complex Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure
    • Surgical Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Facial Tissue Reconstruction
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction
    • Adjacent tissue flap surgery
    • Eyelid reconstruction
    • Nose reconstruction
    • Lip reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
    • 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    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:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion 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

    Also known as:

    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal (Face/Ears)
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Skin Cancer Destruction
    • Facial Skin Cancer Treatment
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17282: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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:

    • Skin Flap Procedure for Face
    • Facial Skin Flap Surgery
    • Flap delay surgery
    • Flap division and inset
    • Facial skin flap
    • Pedicle Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer (Face)
    • Reconstructive Flap Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15630: Delay of flap or sectioning of flap (division and inset); at eyelids, nose, ears, or lips
    • 15576: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; eyelids, nose, ears, lips, or intraoral

    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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    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:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Matzke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matzke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 234-8860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Matzke accept in Fargo, ND?

    Dr. Matzke in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcelorMittal

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • First Administrators

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • NTCA

    • PrimeWest Health

    • Reading School District (PA)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Matzke's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Matzke's Primary Practice

    4656 40th Ave S

    Fargo, ND 58104

    (701) 234-8860

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    Dr. Thomas Matzke's Practice 2

    801 Broadway N

    Fargo, ND 58102

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    Dr. Thomas Matzke's Practice 3

    5225 23rd Ave S

    Briarwood, ND 58104

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

    Dr. Matzke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639121304.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matzke?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Matzke's specialty?

    Dr. Matzke is a Dermatologist near Fargo, ND. 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. Contact Dr. Matzke to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Matzke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matzke is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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 Thomas Matzke accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Matzke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Matzke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matzke's office at (701) 234-8860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Matzke?

    Please contact Dr. Matzke's office at (701) 234-8860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Matzke have?

    Dr. Thomas Matzke is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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