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Dr. Ritu Saini, MD

New York, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saini, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ritu Saini, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Saini is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saini’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saini’s office at (212) 867-1020.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saini?

    Dr. Ritu Saini, 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. Saini empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser Surgery, Mohs Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Saini is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Saini board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ritu Saini, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Saini speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Saini treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Saini 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. Saini. 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:

    • Severe Itching
    • Itching
    • Chronic pruritus
    • Generalized itching
    • Persistent itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L298: Other pruritus

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Sensation Problems
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Abnormal Skin Sensations
    • Unusual Skin Feelings
    • Disturbed Skin Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Saini perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Saini 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. Saini. 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:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Also known as:

    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Medium Area)
    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Small Area)
    • Laser Psoriasis Treatment
    • UVB Laser for Psoriasis
    • Excimer Light Therapy
    • Targeted Phototherapy for Psoriasis

    CPT Codes:

    • 96921: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; 250 sq cm to 500 sq cm
    • 96920: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; total area less than 250 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
    • PDT for precancerous skin
    • Light therapy for skin lesions
    • Precancerous skin treatment with light
    • Actinic keratosis treatment

    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)
    • 96574: Debridement of premalignant hyperkeratotic lesion(s) (ie, targeted curettage, abrasion) followed with photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound

    CPT Codes:

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

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Saini accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 867-1020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saini accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Saini in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saini's office located?

    Dr. Ritu Saini also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Ritu Saini's Primary Practice

    345 E 37th St Rm 301

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 867-1020

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    Dr. Ritu Saini's Practice 2

    250 Skillman St

    Brooklyn, NY 11205

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ritu Saini?

    Dr. Saini has appointments available at her New York, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

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    Based on 146 reviews

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    97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    77% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Ritu Saini an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Saini has been rated and reviewed by 146 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Saini, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Saini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477763977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saini?

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

    What is Dr. Ritu Saini's specialty?

    Dr. Saini is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Saini to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ritu Saini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saini is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn, NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island 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

    Where can I learn more about MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Explore MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon 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 Ritu Saini accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ritu Saini is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ritu Saini offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saini, or call (212) 867-1020 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Ritu Saini?

    Yes, Dr. Saini offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Saini, or call (212) 867-1020 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ritu Saini have?

    Dr. Ritu Saini is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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