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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cardis, Dermatologist in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Michael Cardis, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Chevy Chase, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cardis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardis’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardis’s office.
What languages does Dr. Cardis speak?
Dr. Cardis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cardis treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cardis 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. Cardis. 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:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
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 Dr. Cardis perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cardis 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. Cardis. 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
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:
- Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
- Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
- Injections for Skin Growths
- Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
Does Dr. Cardis accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardis 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. Cardis accept in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Cardis in Chevy Chase, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cardis' office located?
What is Dr. Cardis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437577491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardis
What is Dr. Michael Cardis's specialty?
Dr. Cardis is a Dermatologist near Chevy Chase, MD. 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. Cardis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Cardis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardis is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Harbor Hospital 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
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Is Michael Cardis accepting new patients in Chevy Chase, MD?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cardis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cardis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cardis?
Please contact Dr. Cardis's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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