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Who is Dr. Collins, Dermatologist in Vidalia, GA?
Dr. Lewis Collins, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Vidalia, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Collins graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (912) 538-7702.
Where did Dr. Collins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
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:
- 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:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
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:
- 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:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Mole on Face
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Facial nevus
- Birthmark on face
- Facial spot
- Beauty mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does Dr. Collins perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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
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
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 538-7702 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Vidalia, GA?
Dr. Collins in Vidalia, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthgram
Medicare
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679669840.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. Lewis Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Dermatologist near Vidalia, GA. 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. Collins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lewis Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Collins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Effingham 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
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Is Lewis Collins accepting new patients in Vidalia, GA?
Yes, Dr. Lewis Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lewis Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (912) 538-7702 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lewis Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (912) 538-7702 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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