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Dr. Lisa Pawelski, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pawelski, Dermatologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Lisa Pawelski, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Pawelski graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Montefiore Univ Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pawelski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pawelski’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pawelski’s office at (412) 824-9600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pawelski?

    Dr. Lisa Pawelski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pawelski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, Medical Dermatology, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Pawelski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Pawelski go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Montefiore Univ Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pawelski board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Pawelski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pawelski speak?

    Dr. Pawelski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pawelski treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Pawelski 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. Pawelski. 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
    • D224: Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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:

    • 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:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    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:

    • Mole on Face
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Facial nevus
    • Birthmark on face
    • Facial spot
    • Beauty mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face

    What procedures does Dr. Pawelski perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Pawelski 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. Pawelski. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia - Medium)
    • Shaving Skin Lesion
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
    • Malignant Growth Destruction
    • Laser Removal of Skin Lesion
    • Skin Lesion Shave Excision
    • Mole Shaving
    • Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
    • Dermal Lesion Shave

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 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
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 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)
    • 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
    • 17272: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    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:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • External Ear Biopsy
    • Outer Ear Biopsy
    • Ear Skin Biopsy
    • Ear Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 69100: Biopsy external ear

    Does Dr. Pawelski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pawelski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 824-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pawelski accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Pawelski in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Continental Life Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

    • Valor Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Pawelski's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Pawelski's Primary Practice

    3424 William Penn Hwy Ste 221 Bldg 2

    Pittsburgh, PA 15235

    (412) 824-9600

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    What is Dr. Pawelski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pawelski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457484560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pawelski?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pawelski

    What is Dr. Lisa Pawelski's specialty?

    Dr. Pawelski is a Dermatologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Pawelski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lisa Pawelski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pawelski is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AHN Forbes 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 Lisa Pawelski accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Pawelski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Pawelski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pawelski's office at (412) 824-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Pawelski?

    Please contact Dr. Pawelski's office at (412) 824-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Pawelski have?

    Dr. Lisa Pawelski is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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