18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Piliang, Dermatopathologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Melissa Piliang, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Piliang graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Piliang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piliang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piliang’s office at (216) 444-2200.
Where did Dr. Piliang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Piliang speak?
Dr. Piliang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Piliang typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Piliang 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. Piliang. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Piliang typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Piliang 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. Piliang. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Piliang accept my insurance?
Dr. Piliang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Piliang accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Piliang in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Piliang's office located?
Dr. Melissa Piliang's Primary Practice
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 444-2200
What is Dr. Piliang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piliang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487750444.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piliang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piliang
What is Dr. Melissa Piliang's specialty?
Dr. Piliang is a Dermatopathologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Melissa Piliang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Piliang is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Medina Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Marymount Hospital 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 Melissa Piliang accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Piliang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Piliang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piliang's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Piliang?
Please contact Dr. Piliang's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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