Who is Dr. Mesfin, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Vienna, VA?
Dr. Missale Mesfin, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vienna, VA. She is board certified. Dr. Mesfin graduated from University of Michigan Medical School.
Dr. Mesfin is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mesfin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mesfin’s office at (703) 442-0300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mesfin?
Dr. Missale Mesfin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon 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. Mesfin empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer & Moles, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Vienna/VA community, Dr. Mesfin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mesfin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Mesfin board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Missale Mesfin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Mesfin speak?
Dr. Mesfin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Mesfin treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Mesfin 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. Mesfin. 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 Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Dermatologic surgery recovery
Skin graft aftercare
Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
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:
Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
Scalp BCC
Neck BCC
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
Facial SCC
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
Face Skin Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
Also known as:
Follicular Skin Cysts
Skin Condition
Hair follicle cysts
Dermal cysts
Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
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
What procedures does Dr. Mesfin perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Mesfin 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. Mesfin. 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 (Additional 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
Mohs micrographic surgery
Skin cancer removal with mapping
Staged skin cancer surgery
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
17314: 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; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 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:
Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
Skin Conditions
Benign Skin Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
Actinic Keratosis Treatment
Premalignant Lesion Destruction
Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
Facial Skin Growth Excision
Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
Eyelid Lesion Excision
Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised 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:
Skin Biopsy
Shave Biopsy
Tangential Biopsy
Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Complex Repair of Face Wounds
Complex Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure
Surgical Skin Repair
Eyelid Repair
Nose Laceration Repair
Lip Wound Surgery
CPT Codes:
13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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:
Complex Repair of Eyelid, Nose, Ear, or Lip (1.1-2.5 cm)
Facial Feature Complex Repair
Complex Wound Closure Face
Reconstructive Surgery Face
CPT Codes:
13151: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
Facial mole removal
Eyelid lesion excision
Lip lesion removal
Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Mesfin accept my insurance?
Dr. Mesfin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 442-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mesfin accept in Vienna, VA?
Dr. Mesfin in Vienna, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Mesfin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mesfin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679690333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mesfin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mesfin
What is Dr. Missale Mesfin's specialty?
Dr. Mesfin is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Vienna, VA.
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. Mesfin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Missale Mesfin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mesfin is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, Inova Mount Vernon 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 Missale Mesfin accepting new patients in Vienna, VA?
Yes, Dr. Missale Mesfin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Missale Mesfin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mesfin's office at (703) 442-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Missale Mesfin?
Please contact Dr. Mesfin's office at (703) 442-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Missale Mesfin have?
Dr. Missale Mesfin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
Dr. Amir Bajoghli, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mc Lean, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.