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Dr. Ali Damavandy, MD

Dr. Ali Damavandy, MD

MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dermatologist

Mc Lean, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Damavandy, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Mc Lean, VA?

    Dr. Ali Damavandy, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mc Lean, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Damavandy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Damavandy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Damavandy’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Damavandy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Damavandy typically treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Damavandy 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. Damavandy. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Uncertain Neoplasm
    • Growth of Unknown Nature
    • Indeterminate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D487: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified sites

    What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Damavandy typically perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Damavandy 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. Damavandy. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • 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)
    • 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
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Damavandy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Damavandy 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. Damavandy accept in Mc Lean, VA?

    Dr. Damavandy in Mc Lean, VA 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Damavandy's office located?

    Dr. Ali Damavandy's Primary Practice

    6711 Whittier Ave Ste 101

    Mc Lean, VA 22101

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    Dr. Ali Damavandy's Practice 2

    1365 Beverly Rd # 2

    McLean, VA 22101

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    Dr. Ali Damavandy's Practice 3

    71 Old Mill Bottom Rd N Ste 300

    Annapolis, MD 21409

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

    Dr. Damavandy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376836668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Damavandy?

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

    What is Dr. Ali Damavandy's specialty?

    Dr. Damavandy is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Mc Lean, VA.

    What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?

    Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S.

    Is Dr. Ali Damavandy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Damavandy is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Uva University Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Ali Damavandy accepting new patients in Mc Lean, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Ali Damavandy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ali Damavandy offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Damavandy?

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

    Where is Dr. Damavandy's office located?

    Dr. Damavandy's offices are located in Mc Lean, VA, McLean, VA, and Annapolis, MD.