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Who is Dr. Highsmith, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Lutz, FL?
Dr. James Highsmith, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lutz, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Highsmith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Highsmith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Highsmith’s office at (813) 979-0000.
What languages does Dr. Highsmith speak?
Dr. Highsmith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Highsmith treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Highsmith 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. Highsmith. 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 Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- 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 Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
- Carcinoma in situ of skin
- Early Skin Cancer
- Precancerous Skin Lesion
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- D0462: Carcinoma in situ of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
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:
- 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi 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 Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Seborrheic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Sun Exposure
- Sunburn
- UV radiation exposure
- Sun poisoning
- Solar radiation injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- X32XXXA: Exposure to sunlight, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Highsmith perform as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. James Highsmith may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Highsmith's office.
Does Dr. Highsmith accept my insurance?
Dr. Highsmith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 979-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Highsmith accept in Lutz, FL?
Dr. Highsmith in Lutz, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Ultimate Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Highsmith's office located?
What is Dr. Highsmith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Highsmith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760427165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Highsmith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Highsmith
What is Dr. James Highsmith's specialty?
Dr. Highsmith is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Lutz, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Highsmith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Highsmith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Highsmith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
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Is James Highsmith accepting new patients in Lutz, FL?
Yes, Dr. James Highsmith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Highsmith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Highsmith's office at (813) 979-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Highsmith?
Please contact Dr. Highsmith's office at (813) 979-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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