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Dr. Karen Hammerman, MD

Dr. Karen Hammerman, MD

Garden City, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hammerman, Dermatologist in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Karen Hammerman, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Garden City, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hammerman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammerman’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammerman’s office at (212) 283-3000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hammerman?

    Dr. Karen Hammerman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hammerman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Botox, Cosmetic Dermatology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Garden City/NY community, Dr. Hammerman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Hammerman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hammerman treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Hammerman 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. Hammerman. 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:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Red Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Erythematous skin disorders
    • Inflamed skin conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L538: Other specified erythematous conditions

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip
    • D2262: Melanocytic nevi of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Dark Spots After Skin Inflammation
    • Other Skin Pigmentation Issues
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • PIH
    • Post-Acne Marks
    • Skin Discoloration
    • Skin color changes
    • Pigment abnormalities
    • Discolored skin conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L810: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation
    • L818: Other specified disorders of pigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Mole on Right Leg or Hip
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Right upper limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right arm
    • Right shoulder spot
    • Right arm mole
    • Right lower limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right leg
    • Right hip spot
    • Right leg mole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cysts
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair follicle cysts
    • Dermal cysts
    • Subcutaneous cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Severe Itching
    • Itching
    • Chronic pruritus
    • Generalized itching
    • Persistent itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L298: Other pruritus

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    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:

    • 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 Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L638: Other alopecia areata

    Does Dr. Hammerman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hammerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 283-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hammerman accept in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Hammerman in Garden City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Hammerman's office located?

    Dr. Karen Hammerman's Primary Practice

    229 7th St Ste 105

    Garden City, NY 11530

    (212) 283-3000

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    Dr. Karen Hammerman's Practice 2

    110 E 55th St Fl 19

    New York, NY 10022

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Karen Hammerman?

    Dr. Hammerman has appointments available at her Garden City, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Hammerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083934087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammerman?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Hammerman's specialty?

    Dr. Hammerman is a Dermatologist near Garden City, NY. 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. Hammerman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Hammerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hammerman is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karen Hammerman accepting new patients in Garden City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hammerman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Hammerman offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hammerman, or call (212) 283-3000 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Hammerman?

    Please contact Dr. Hammerman's office at (212) 283-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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