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Who is Dr. Frank, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Ponchatoula, LA?
Dr. Nicholas Frank, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ponchatoula, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Frank is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frank’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frank’s office at (985) 370-7546.
What languages does Dr. Frank speak?
Dr. Frank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Frank treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Frank 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. Frank. 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:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
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:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis 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 Dr. Frank perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Frank 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. Frank. 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:
- 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)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 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
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 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:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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
Does Dr. Frank accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 370-7546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frank accept in Ponchatoula, LA?
Dr. Frank in Ponchatoula, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Frank's office located?
What is Dr. Frank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396163721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frank
What is Dr. Nicholas Frank's specialty?
Dr. Frank is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Ponchatoula, LA. 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. Frank to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Frank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Frank 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 Nicholas Frank accepting new patients in Ponchatoula, LA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Frank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Frank offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frank's office at (985) 370-7546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Frank?
Please contact Dr. Frank's office at (985) 370-7546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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