PR
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richey, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Patricia Richey, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Richey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richey’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richey’s office at (319) 467-2000.
What languages does Dr. Richey speak?
Dr. Richey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Richey typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Richey 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. Richey. 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:
- 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:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
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:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Richey typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Richey 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. Richey. 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- 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
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury 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
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
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:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
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)
Does Dr. Richey accept my insurance?
Dr. Richey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 467-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richey accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Richey in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Richey's office located?
What is Dr. Richey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104270511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richey
What is Dr. Patricia Richey's specialty?
Dr. Richey is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Boston, MA.
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 this Dr. Patricia Richey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richey is affiliated with Boston 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
When to see a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Patricia Richey accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Richey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Richey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richey's office at (319) 467-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Richey?
Please contact Dr. Richey's office at (319) 467-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon Near Boston, MA
Dermatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Donald Grande, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Stoneham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Stoneham, MA
BN
MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon
Accepting patients
TelehealthDr. Bichchau Nguyen, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations.
Boston, MA
AG
MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Anthony Guzman is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations.
Portland, ME