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Who is Dr. Ploch, Dermatologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Lauren Ploch, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ploch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ploch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ploch’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ploch speak?
Dr. Ploch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ploch treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ploch 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. Ploch. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Dry Skin
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L853: Xerosis cutis
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:
- 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:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
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:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Dark Spots After Skin Inflammation
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
- PIH
- Post-Acne Marks
- Skin Discoloration
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
- L810: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Irritant Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Irritation
- Irritant Eczema
- Skin Inflammation from Contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Facial redness
- Adult acne
- Rosy cheeks condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L719: Rosacea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Birthmark
- Birthmarks
- Vascular Birthmark
- Nevus
- Skin Mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- I781: Nevus, non-neoplastic
Also known as:
- Hair Follicle Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Follicular Skin Issues
- Hair Follicle Problems
- Skin Follicle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L738: Other specified follicular disorders
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ploch perform as a Dermatologist?
As a Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Ploch may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ploch's office.
Does Dr. Ploch accept my insurance?
Dr. Ploch 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. Ploch accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Ploch in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ploch's office located?
What is Dr. Ploch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ploch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114151800.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ploch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ploch
What is Dr. Lauren Ploch's specialty?
Dr. Ploch is a Dermatologist near Augusta, GA. 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. Ploch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lauren Ploch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ploch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lauren Ploch accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Ploch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Ploch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ploch's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Ploch?
Please contact Dr. Ploch's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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