24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koppel, Procedural Dermatologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Douglas Koppel, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Koppel graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, Louisiana Dermatological Society, and AAD Membership. Dr. Koppel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koppel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koppel’s office at (504) 454-1885.
Where did Dr. Koppel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Koppel board certified as a Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Koppel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 2003
What languages does Dr. Koppel speak?
Dr. Koppel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Koppel typically treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Koppel 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. Koppel. 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:
- 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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
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
What procedures does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Koppel typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Koppel 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. Koppel. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- 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
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth
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)
- 11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
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:
- 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Does Dr. Koppel accept my insurance?
Dr. Koppel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-1885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koppel accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Koppel in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Koppel's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
Member
American Academy of Dermatology
Member
Louisiana Dermatological Society
Member
AAD Membership
Fellow
What is Dr. Koppel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koppel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376616409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koppel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koppel
What is Dr. Douglas Koppel's specialty?
Dr. Koppel is a Procedural Dermatologist near Metairie, LA.
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. Douglas Koppel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koppel is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Douglas Koppel accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Koppel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Koppel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koppel's office at (504) 454-1885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Koppel?
Please contact Dr. Koppel's office at (504) 454-1885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Koppel have?
Dr. Douglas Koppel is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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