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Dr. Christopher Ballard, MD

Lutz, FL

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    Who is Dr. Ballard, Dermatologist in Lutz, FL?

    Dr. Christopher Ballard, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Lutz, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ballard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballard’s office at (813) 321-1786.

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

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville

    What languages does Dr. Ballard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ballard treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ballard 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. Ballard. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Carcinoma in situ of skin
    • Early Skin Cancer
    • Precancerous Skin Lesion
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm BCC
    • Shoulder BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk Skin Malignancy
    • BCC on Right Arm
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
    • Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
    • Right Upper Limb BCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • D0462: Carcinoma in situ of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44529: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Itching
    • Itching
    • Chronic pruritus
    • Generalized itching
    • Persistent itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L298: Other pruritus

    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:

    • 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:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Does Dr. Ballard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ballard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 321-1786 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ballard accept in Lutz, FL?

    Dr. Ballard in Lutz, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Ballard's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ballard's Primary Practice

    4651 Van Dyke Rd

    Lutz, FL 33558

    (813) 321-1786

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    Dr. Christopher Ballard's Practice 2

    11200 Seminole Blvd Ste 205

    Seminole, FL 33778

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Ballard?

    Dr. Ballard has appointments available at his Lutz, FL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Ballard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164679668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballard?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Ballard's specialty?

    Dr. Ballard is a Dermatologist near Lutz, FL. 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. Ballard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Ballard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ballard 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

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    Is Christopher Ballard accepting new patients in Lutz, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ballard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ballard offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ballard, or call (813) 321-1786 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ballard?

    Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (813) 321-1786 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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