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Who is Dr. Means, Dermatologist in Fergus Falls, MN?
Dr. Alexander Means, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Fergus Falls, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Means is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Means’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Means’s office.
What languages does Dr. Means speak?
Dr. Means and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Means treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Means 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. Means. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
- Health Screening
- Hormone Disorder Screening
- Gland Disorder Screening
- Endocrine System Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does Dr. Means perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Means 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. Means. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 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
- 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
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); 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:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Means accept my insurance?
Dr. Means accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Means accept in Fergus Falls, MN?
Dr. Means in Fergus Falls, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AAA Club
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
North American Administrators
PrimeWest Health
Reading School District (PA)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Means' office located?
What is Dr. Means's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Means's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518228576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Means?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Means
What is Dr. Alexander Means's specialty?
Dr. Means is a Dermatologist near Fergus Falls, MN. 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. Means to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Means affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Means is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lake Region Healthcare, Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Administration Medical Center, Prairie Ridge Hospital And Health Services. 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 Alexander Means accepting new patients in Fergus Falls, MN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Means is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Means offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Means's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Means?
Please contact Dr. Means's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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