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Who is Dr. Fening, Dermatopathologist in Mountain Brk, AL?
Dr. Katherine Fening, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Mountain Brk, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fening graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Fening is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fening’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fening’s office at (205) 877-9773.
Where did Dr. Fening go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fening speak?
Dr. Fening and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Fening typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Fening 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. Fening. 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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Fening typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Fening 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. Fening. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Fening accept my insurance?
Dr. Fening accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 877-9773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fening accept in Mountain Brk, AL?
Dr. Fening in Mountain Brk, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other TPA
Summa Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fening's office located?
Dr. Katherine Fening's Primary Practice
2900 Cahaba Rd
Mountain Brk, AL 35223
(205) 877-9773
What is Dr. Fening's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fening's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992017230.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fening?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fening
What is Dr. Katherine Fening's specialty?
Dr. Fening is a Dermatopathologist near Mountain Brk, AL.
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. Katherine Fening affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fening 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 Katherine Fening accepting new patients in Mountain Brk, AL?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Fening is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Fening offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fening's office at (205) 877-9773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Fening?
Please contact Dr. Fening's office at (205) 877-9773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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