Dr. Alexander Nicolaides, MD
Astoria, NY
22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicolaides, Procedural Dermatologist in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Alexander Nicolaides, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nicolaides graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Dermatology; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicolaides is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolaides’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolaides’s office at (718) 728-9822.
Where did Dr. Nicolaides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Dermatology; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY DWNSTATE M C COLL MEDICINE | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nicolaides board certified as a Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Nicolaides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Nicolaides speak?
Dr. Nicolaides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Nicolaides typically treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Nicolaides 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. Nicolaides. 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:
- 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
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:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
What procedures does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Nicolaides typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Nicolaides 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. Nicolaides. 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:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Also known as:
- Acne Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Milia Removal
- Comedone Extraction
- Cyst Drainage
- Pustule Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10040: Acne surgery (eg, marsupialization, opening or removal of multiple milia, comedones, cysts, pustules)
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:
- Chemical Peel for Acne
- Acne Chemical Exfoliation
- Acid Peel for Acne
- Dermatological Acne Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17360: Chemical exfoliation for acne (eg, acne paste, acid)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion 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
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
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. Nicolaides accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolaides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 728-9822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolaides accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Nicolaides in Astoria, NY 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nicolaides' office located?
Dr. Alexander Nicolaides also offers virtual visits
Dr. Alexander Nicolaides' Primary Practice
2318 31st St Ste 320
Astoria, NY 11105
(718) 728-9822
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alexander Nicolaides?
Dr. Nicolaides has appointments available at his Astoria, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Nicolaides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicolaides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023104023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolaides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicolaides
What is Dr. Alexander Nicolaides's specialty?
Dr. Nicolaides is a Procedural Dermatologist near Astoria, NY.
What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?
Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers).
Is this Dr. Alexander Nicolaides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicolaides is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens 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
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Is Alexander Nicolaides accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Nicolaides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Nicolaides offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nicolaides, or call (718) 728-9822 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Nicolaides?
Yes, Dr. Nicolaides offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Nicolaides, or call (718) 728-9822 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Nicolaides have?
Dr. Alexander Nicolaides is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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