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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cusick, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Elizabeth Cusick, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cusick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cusick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cusick’s office at (319) 356-0349.
What languages does Dr. Cusick speak?
Dr. Cusick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Cusick typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Cusick 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. Cusick. 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.
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:
- 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
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Cusick typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Cusick 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. Cusick. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- 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
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 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)
- 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
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
Does Dr. Cusick accept my insurance?
Dr. Cusick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-0349 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cusick accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Cusick in Iowa City, IA 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
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Cusick's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Cusick's Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 356-0349
What is Dr. Cusick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cusick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033641196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cusick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cusick
What is Dr. Elizabeth Cusick's specialty?
Dr. Cusick is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Iowa City, IA.
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. Elizabeth Cusick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cusick is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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
When to see a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Cusick accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Cusick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Cusick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cusick's office at (319) 356-0349 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Cusick?
Please contact Dr. Cusick's office at (319) 356-0349 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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