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Who is Dr. Gathings, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Robert Gathings, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gathings is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gathings’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gathings’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gathings speak?
Dr. Gathings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Gathings typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Gathings 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. Gathings. 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:
- 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:
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Gathings typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Gathings 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. Gathings. 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 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:
- 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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Facial Tissue Reconstruction
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
- Adjacent tissue flap surgery
- Eyelid reconstruction
- Nose reconstruction
- Lip reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
- 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Does Dr. Gathings accept my insurance?
Dr. Gathings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gathings accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Gathings in Knoxville, TN 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
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gathings' office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Gathings?
Dr. Gathings has appointments available at his Knoxville, TN office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Gathings's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gathings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548671928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gathings?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gathings
What is Dr. Robert Gathings's specialty?
Dr. Gathings is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Knoxville, TN.
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. Robert Gathings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gathings 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 Robert Gathings accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Gathings is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Gathings offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gathings, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Gathings?
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