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Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD

Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD

West Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlisle, Plastic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Carlisle graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Carlisle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlisle’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlisle’s office.

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

    • Residency: University of Kansas Medical Center | Cleveland Clinic

    • Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carlisle speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Carlisle typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carlisle 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. Carlisle. 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:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma
    • Left Arm Melanoma
    • Left Shoulder Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Left Arm
    • Left Upper Limb Melanoma
    • Scalp Melanoma
    • Neck Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Scalp
    • Skin Cancer of Neck
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Loose Skin Folds
    • Skin Condition
    • Excess Skin
    • Skin Redundancy
    • Sagging Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Carlisle typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Carlisle 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. Carlisle. 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:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
    • Infraumbilical Lipectomy
    • Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
    • Abdominal Skin Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
    • 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Does Dr. Carlisle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlisle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlisle accept in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Carlisle in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Assurant

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Carlisle's office located?

    Dr. Michael Carlisle's Primary Practice

    4855 Mills Civic Pkwy Ste 100

    West Des Moines, IA 50265

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    Dr. Michael Carlisle's Practice 2

    411 Laurel St Ste 2225

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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

    Dr. Carlisle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295950376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlisle?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Carlisle's specialty?

    Dr. Carlisle is a Plastic Surgeon near West Des Moines, IA.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is this Dr. Michael Carlisle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlisle is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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

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    Is Michael Carlisle accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Carlisle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Carlisle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlisle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Carlisle?

    Please contact Dr. Carlisle's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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