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Dr. Dori Goldberg, MD

Dr. Dori Goldberg, MD

Worcester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Goldberg, Dermatologist in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Dori Goldberg, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Goldberg completed her residency at UMass Chan Medical School. Dr. Goldberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goldberg’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goldberg’s office at (508) 334-5979.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Goldberg?

    Dr. Dori Goldberg, 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. Goldberg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatologic Surgery, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Worcester/MA community, Dr. Goldberg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Goldberg go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: UMass Chan Medical School

    • Residency: UMass Chan Medical School

    • Medical School: UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA

    Is Dr. Goldberg board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dori Goldberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Goldberg speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Goldberg treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Goldberg 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. Goldberg. 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:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • 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
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    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:

    • 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:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type
    • Tumor of uncertain nature
    • Lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Granuloma Annulare
    • Skin Condition
    • Annular granuloma
    • Skin bumps
    • Skin rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L920: Granuloma annulare

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    What procedures does Dr. Goldberg perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Goldberg 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. Goldberg. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs

    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
    • 17313: 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), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • 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
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration

    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
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Skin Lesions
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
    • PDT for Precancerous Skin
    • Light Therapy for Skin Cancer
    • Photosensitizing Drug Treatment

    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)
    • 96573: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day

    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. Goldberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Goldberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-5979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Goldberg accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Goldberg in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Compassionate Care Hospice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Liberty HealthShare

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • UMass Memorial Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Goldberg's office located?

    Dr. Dori Goldberg's Primary Practice

    281 Lincoln St

    Worcester, MA 01605

    (508) 334-5979

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    Dr. Dori Goldberg's Practice 2

    60 Hospital Rd

    Leominster, MA 01453

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

    Dr. Goldberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922159961.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goldberg?

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

    What is Dr. Dori Goldberg's specialty?

    Dr. Goldberg is a Dermatologist near Worcester, MA. 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. Goldberg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dori Goldberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Goldberg is affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Center 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

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    Is Dori Goldberg accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Dori Goldberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dori Goldberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (508) 334-5979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dori Goldberg?

    Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (508) 334-5979 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dori Goldberg have?

    Dr. Dori Goldberg is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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