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Who is Dr. Prohaska, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Morristown, TN?
Dr. Joseph Prohaska, DO is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Morristown, TN. Dr. Prohaska is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prohaska’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prohaska’s office at (423) 318-0014.
What languages does Dr. Prohaska speak?
Dr. Prohaska and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Prohaska typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Prohaska 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. Prohaska. 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:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Prohaska typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Prohaska 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. Prohaska. 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
CPT Codes:
- 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 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
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Does Dr. Prohaska accept my insurance?
Dr. Prohaska accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 318-0014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prohaska accept in Morristown, TN?
Dr. Prohaska in Morristown, TN 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prohaska's office located?
Dr. Joseph Prohaska's Primary Practice
1907 W Morris Blvd Ste G
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 318-0014
What is Dr. Prohaska's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prohaska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790158012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prohaska?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prohaska
What is Dr. Joseph Prohaska's specialty?
Dr. Prohaska is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Morristown, TN.
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. Joseph Prohaska affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prohaska 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 Joseph Prohaska accepting new patients in Morristown, TN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Prohaska is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Prohaska offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prohaska's office at (423) 318-0014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Prohaska?
Please contact Dr. Prohaska's office at (423) 318-0014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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