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Dr. Philip Cohen, MD

East Orange, NJ

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cohen, Dermatologist in East Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Philip Cohen, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Cohen graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Cohen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cohen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cohen’s office at (973) 676-1000.

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

    • Residency: UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cohen treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Vitiligo
    • Skin depigmentation
    • White patches on skin
    • Loss of skin color

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L80: Vitiligo

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous skin growths
    • Skin lesions
    • Benign skin masses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    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:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Cohen perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    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
    • 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. Cohen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 676-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in East Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Cohen in East Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?

    Dr. Philip Cohen's Primary Practice

    385 Tremont Ave

    East Orange, NJ 07018

    (973) 676-1000

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    Dr. Philip Cohen's Practice 2

    91 Millburn Ave

    Millburn, NJ 07041

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    Dr. Philip Cohen's Practice 3

    7 Cedar St

    Summit, NJ 07901

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

    Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669566683.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Cohen's specialty?

    Dr. Cohen is a Dermatologist near East Orange, NJ. 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. Cohen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Cohen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cohen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: East Orange Va Medical Center. 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

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    Is Philip Cohen accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Cohen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Cohen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (973) 676-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Cohen?

    Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (973) 676-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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