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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hoverson, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Kara Hoverson, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hoverson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hoverson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoverson’s office at (301) 295-4551.
What languages does Dr. Hoverson speak?
Dr. Hoverson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hoverson treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Hoverson 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. Hoverson. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- 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
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Carcinoma in situ of skin
- Early Skin Cancer
- Precancerous Skin Lesion
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb SCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk Skin Malignancy
- BCC on Right Leg
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- D044: Carcinoma in situ of skin of scalp and neck
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
- C44529: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- D0462: Carcinoma in situ of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44712: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Ear
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Lip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC of Lip
- Lip Skin Cancer
- Rodent Ulcer of Lip
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
- C44219: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left ear and external auricular canal
- C44212: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right ear and external auricular canal
- C4401: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of lip
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
Which procedures does Dr. Hoverson perform as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Hoverson may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hoverson's office.
Does Dr. Hoverson accept my insurance?
Dr. Hoverson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 295-4551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hoverson accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Hoverson in Bethesda, MD 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
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Hoverson's office located?
Dr. Kara Hoverson's Primary Practice
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 402
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 295-4551
What is Dr. Hoverson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hoverson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790197200.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoverson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hoverson
What is Dr. Kara Hoverson's specialty?
Dr. Hoverson is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Bethesda, MD. 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. Contact Dr. Hoverson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Hoverson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hoverson is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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
Where can I learn more about MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
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Is Kara Hoverson accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kara Hoverson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Hoverson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hoverson's office at (301) 295-4551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Hoverson?
Please contact Dr. Hoverson's office at (301) 295-4551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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