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Dr. Thomas Knackstedt, MD
Fuquay Varina, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knackstedt, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Fuquay Varina, NC?
Dr. Thomas Knackstedt, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fuquay Varina, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Knackstedt is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knackstedt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knackstedt’s office at (216) 778-3376.
What languages does Dr. Knackstedt speak?
Dr. Knackstedt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Knackstedt typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Knackstedt 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. Knackstedt. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
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:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Knackstedt typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Knackstedt 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. Knackstedt. 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:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
- Mohs surgery body
- Skin cancer removal trunk
- Micrographic surgery arms
- Precise skin cancer surgery legs
CPT Codes:
- 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
- Laceration Repair
- Complex Wound Closure
- Surgical Wound Repair
- Injury Stitching
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
- 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Mohs Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Knackstedt accept my insurance?
Dr. Knackstedt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-3376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knackstedt accept in Fuquay Varina, NC?
Dr. Knackstedt in Fuquay Varina, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
MultiPlan Corporation
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knackstedt's office located?
Dr. Thomas Knackstedt's Primary Practice
1006 Procure St Ste 100
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(216) 778-3376
What is Dr. Knackstedt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knackstedt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447545603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knackstedt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knackstedt
What is Dr. Thomas Knackstedt's specialty?
Dr. Knackstedt is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Fuquay Varina, NC.
What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S.
Is this Dr. Thomas Knackstedt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knackstedt is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Betsy Johnson 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
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Is Thomas Knackstedt accepting new patients in Fuquay Varina, NC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Knackstedt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Knackstedt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knackstedt's office at (216) 778-3376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Knackstedt?
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