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Dr. James Allred, MD

Dermatologist

Franklin, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Allred, Dermatologist in Franklin, KY?

    Dr. James Allred, MD, a dermatologist in Franklin, Kentucky, focuses on sun damage skin condition management through wound repair, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning. His expertise in addressing complex skin concerns has made him an integral part of the local healthcare community, with practices extending to Glasgow and Bowling Green. Patients often seek Dr. Allred for conditions such as sun damage skin conditions, skin conditions, benign skin growths, seborrheic keratosis, and acne. His clinical approach involves guiding patients through various procedures, including wound repair, skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, skin surgery, and skin cancer removal, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual needs. Dr. Allred is affiliated with several top regional hospitals, including The Medical Center At Bowling Green and The Medical Center At Franklin, reflecting his commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. He is fluent in English and Spanish, making his services accessible to a diverse patient population. Dr. Allred accepts multiple insurance carriers, including major providers like Humana, Cigna Group, and Medicare. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Allred, who is currently accepting new patients. Appointments are available at his primary location in Franklin, as well as his additional practices in Glasgow and Bowling Green.

    What languages does Dr. Allred speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Allred typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Allred 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. Allred. 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.

    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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Allred typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Allred 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. Allred. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm

    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

    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:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Allred accept my insurance?

    Dr. Allred accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Allred accept in Franklin, KY?

    Dr. Allred in Franklin, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Allred's office located?

    Dr. James Allred's Primary Practice

    1030 Brookhaven Rd

    Franklin, KY 42134

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    Dr. James Allred's Practice 2

    1337 N Race St # C

    Glasgow, KY 42141

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    Dr. James Allred's Practice 3

    1065 Ashley St Ste 200

    Bowling Green, KY 42103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Allred affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Allred has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    The Medical Center At Caverna,Horse Cave, KY
    The Medical Center At Scottsville,Scottsville, KY
    The Medical Center At Franklin,Franklin, KY

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

    Dr. Allred's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780946160.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allred?

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

    What is Dr. James Allred's specialty?

    Dr. Allred is a Dermatologist near Franklin, KY.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Allred affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Allred is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Highpoint Health – Sumner With Ascension Saint Thomas 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

    When to see a Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Allred accepting new patients in Franklin, KY?

    Yes, Dr. James Allred is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Allred offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Allred's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Allred?

    Please contact Dr. Allred's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Allred's office located?

    Dr. Allred's offices are located in Franklin, KY, Glasgow, KY, and Bowling Green, KY.