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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwe, Dermatologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Steven Nwe, DO is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwe’s office at (312) 926-3627.
Is Dr. Nwe board certified in Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Nwe, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nwe speak?
Dr. Nwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nwe treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Nwe 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. Nwe. 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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
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 Rash
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Rashes
- Skin Condition
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Nwe perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Nwe 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. Nwe. 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
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Freezing Removal of Penile Lesions
- Cryosurgery for Penile Warts
- Penile Lesion Cryotherapy
- Condyloma Freezing
CPT Codes:
- 54056: Destruction of lesion(s), penis (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; cryosurgery
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- PDT for Skin Cancer
- Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
- Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day
Does Dr. Nwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwe accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nwe in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Chevron
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nwe's office located?
Dr. Steven Nwe's Primary Practice
680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 810
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 926-3627
What is Dr. Nwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083863260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwe
What is Dr. Steven Nwe's specialty?
Dr. Nwe is a Dermatologist near Chicago, IL. 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. Nwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Nwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwe is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?
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Is Steven Nwe accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Steven Nwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Nwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwe's office at (312) 926-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Nwe?
Please contact Dr. Nwe's office at (312) 926-3627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Nwe have?
Dr. Steven Nwe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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