Dr. Michael Tetzlaff, MD, PHD
Dermatopathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tetzlaff, Dermatopathologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Michael Tetzlaff, MD, PHD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Tetzlaff completed his residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Tetzlaff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tetzlaff’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tetzlaff’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Where did Dr. Tetzlaff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical Fellowship, Dermatopathology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Department of Dermatology, Philadelphia, PA | Research Fellowship, Developmental Biology and Genetics, Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Goettingen, Germany, Dr. Herbert Jaeckle
Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Tetzlaff board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Tetzlaff, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology since 2020, American Board of Pathology since 2019
What languages does Dr. Tetzlaff speak?
Dr. Tetzlaff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Tetzlaff typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Tetzlaff 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. Tetzlaff. 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Tetzlaff typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Tetzlaff may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Tetzlaff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tetzlaff accept my insurance?
Dr. Tetzlaff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tetzlaff accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tetzlaff in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tetzlaff's office located?
Dr. Michael Tetzlaff's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
Recognitions
Awards
Honorable Mention, Dermatology, The College of Physicans of Philadelp
Stelwagon Award
Leonard R. Jarrett Research Symposium Resident platform presentation,
University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of Pennsylvania
Ronni A. Ladoto Residence Excellence Award
Baylor College of Medicine
Richard R. Dickason Outstanding Physician Scientist Award
Baylor College of Medicine
Ilmar Kuisk Outstanding Senior Teaching Assistant Award
John J. Trentin Award for Academic Excellence in Graduate School, Bay
Hudson Scholar, Baylor College of Medicine
Presidential Scholar, Baylor College of Medicine
Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry
Deutsche Akademische Auschtauschdienst (DAAD) Fellowship
Phi Beta Kappa, The
University of Texas at Austin
What is Dr. Tetzlaff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tetzlaff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053478990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tetzlaff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tetzlaff
What is Dr. Michael Tetzlaff's specialty?
Dr. Tetzlaff is a Dermatopathologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Michael Tetzlaff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tetzlaff is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Tetzlaff accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Tetzlaff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Tetzlaff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tetzlaff's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Tetzlaff?
Please contact Dr. Tetzlaff's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Tetzlaff have?
Dr. Michael Tetzlaff is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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