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Who is Dr. Retterbush, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Athens, GA?
Dr. Patrick Retterbush, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. Dr. Retterbush is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Retterbush’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Retterbush’s office at (706) 614-1750.
What languages does Dr. Retterbush speak?
Dr. Retterbush and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Retterbush typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Retterbush 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. Retterbush. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Retterbush typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Retterbush 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. Retterbush. 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 here.
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
Does Dr. Retterbush accept my insurance?
Dr. Retterbush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 614-1750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Retterbush accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Retterbush in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Continental Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Retterbush's office located?
Dr. Patrick Retterbush's Primary Practice
1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 300A
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 614-1750
What is Dr. Retterbush's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Retterbush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700176211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Retterbush?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Retterbush
What is Dr. Patrick Retterbush's specialty?
Dr. Retterbush is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Athens, GA.
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. Patrick Retterbush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Retterbush is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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
When to see a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Patrick Retterbush accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Retterbush is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Retterbush offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Retterbush's office at (706) 614-1750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Retterbush?
Please contact Dr. Retterbush's office at (706) 614-1750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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