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Dr. Karen Chernoff, MD

Dr. Karen Chernoff, MD

Pediatric Dermatologist

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Dermatologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chernoff, Pediatric Dermatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Chernoff?received?her undergraduate education at?Harvard University.? She attended medical school at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed her internship at Mt. Sinai Hospital.? After her internship, she completed dermatology residency at Weill Cornell Medical College.? Following her residency, she completed an additional year of specialized fellowship training in pediatric dermatology at New York University Medical Center.? This advanced training makes her distinctly qualified to treat skin disorders in children and adolescents.Dr. Chernoff's practice includes pediatric and adolescent dermatology. ?She treats a wide array of skin conditions, and has a particular interest in complex skin disease in children, including severe forms of common disorders as well as skin signs of internal disease. ?Her research interests include skin manifestations of rheumatologic and hematologic/oncologic disease.

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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chernoff?

    Dr. Karen Chernoff, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chernoff empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Complex Medical Dermatology, Rheumatologic Dermatology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Chernoff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Chernoff speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Chernoff typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Chernoff 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. Chernoff. 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:

    • Eczema
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Allergic eczema
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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:

    • Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site

    What procedures does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Chernoff typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Chernoff 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. Chernoff. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Also known as:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions

    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

    Does Dr. Chernoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chernoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chernoff accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Chernoff in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chernoff's office located?

    Israel Englander Department of Dermatology - Weill Greenberg Center

    Israel Englander Department of Dermatology - Weill Greenberg Center

    1305 York Avenue, 9th Floor

    New York, NY 10021

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

    Dr. Chernoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982846812.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chernoff?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Chernoff's specialty?

    Dr. Chernoff is a Pediatric Dermatologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Pediatric Dermatologist do?

    With advanced training, a pediatric dermatologist has acquired knowledge in dealing with particular types of skin disorders, focusing mainly on conditions that predominantly impact infants, children, and adolescents.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chernoff is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Pediatric Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 Chernoff accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Chernoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chernoff's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Chernoff?

    Please contact Dr. Chernoff's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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