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Dr. Michael Dent, MD
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dent, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Michael Dent, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dent’s office at (619) 906-1189.
What languages does Dr. Dent speak?
Dr. Dent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Dent typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Dent 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. Dent. 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:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip
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
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Dent typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Dent 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. Dent. 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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- 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)
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
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
- 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
Does Dr. Dent accept my insurance?
Dr. Dent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 906-1189 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dent accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Dent in Indianapolis, IN 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Everett
Medicare
SIHO Holding
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unified Group Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dent's office located?
Dr. Michael Dent's Primary Practice
7910 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(619) 906-1189
What is Dr. Dent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881821585.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dent
What is Dr. Michael Dent's specialty?
Dr. Dent is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN.
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. Michael Dent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dent is affiliated with Hancock Regional Hospital 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 Michael Dent accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Dent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Dent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dent's office at (619) 906-1189 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Dent?
Please contact Dr. Dent's office at (619) 906-1189 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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