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Dr. Frances Lawhead, MD

Memphis, TN

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    Who is Dr. Lawhead, Dermatopathologist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Frances Lawhead, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Lawhead completed her residency at University Of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis. Dr. Lawhead is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawhead’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawhead’s office at (901) 726-6655.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lawhead?

    Dr. Frances Lawhead, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatopathologist 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. Lawhead empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatologic Surgery, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Memphis/TN community, Dr. Lawhead is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis

    Is Dr. Lawhead board certified in Dermatopathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frances Lawhead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Lawhead speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lawhead treat?

    As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Lawhead 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. Lawhead. 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:

    • 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:

    • Benign Skin Tumor
    • Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous skin growths
    • Skin lesions
    • Benign skin masses
    • Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
    • Trunk skin lesion
    • Benign trunk skin mass
    • Lump on body skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
    • D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D2361: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    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:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Does Dr. Lawhead accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawhead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 726-6655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawhead accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Lawhead in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lawhead's office located?

    Dr. Frances Lawhead's Primary Practice

    1455 Union Ave

    Memphis, TN 38104

    (901) 726-6655

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    Dr. Frances Lawhead's Practice 2

    795 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 103

    Memphis, TN 38120

    (901) 726-6655

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

    Dr. Lawhead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992927214.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawhead?

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

    What is Dr. Frances Lawhead's specialty?

    Dr. Lawhead is a Dermatopathologist near Memphis, TN. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Lawhead to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frances Lawhead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lawhead 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatopathologist?

    Explore Dermatopathologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Frances Lawhead accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Frances Lawhead is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frances Lawhead offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawhead's office at (901) 726-6655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Frances Lawhead?

    Please contact Dr. Lawhead's office at (901) 726-6655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frances Lawhead have?

    Dr. Frances Lawhead is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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