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Dr. Max Gratrix, MD

Dr. Max Gratrix, MD

Dermatologist

Carson City, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gratrix, Dermatologist in Carson City, NV?

    As a trusted dermatologist in Carson City, NV, Dr. Max Gratrix MD has built a reputation for delivering precise and personalized care to his patients. Focused on radiation skin damage management through skin cancer surgery, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, he has become an integral part of the local healthcare landscape. Specializing in the treatment of radiation skin damage, sun damage skin conditions, and various skin pigmentation disorders, Dr. Gratrix provides comprehensive care to his patients. His expertise in skin cancer surgery, wound repair, and skin lesion removal has helped numerous individuals achieve optimal skin health. By addressing complex skin conditions such as basal cell carcinoma and benign skin growths, Dr. Gratrix ensures that his patients receive thorough and effective treatment. Dr. Gratrix is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of dermatological care. He is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, a top-ranked hospital in Carson City, ensuring that his patients have access to high-quality medical facilities. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Gratrix at his practice located at 1505 Medical Pkwy in Carson City. He is accepting new patients and speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog, making his services accessible to a diverse range of patients. Dr. Gratrix works with various insurance carriers, including major providers like Cigna Group, Humana, and Medicare.

    Is Dr. Gratrix board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Max Gratrix, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Gratrix speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Gratrix typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gratrix 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. Gratrix. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • 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

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Gratrix typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gratrix 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. Gratrix. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 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:

    • 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 Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure
    • Surgical Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm

    Does Dr. Gratrix accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gratrix accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 883-7811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gratrix accept in Carson City, NV?

    Dr. Gratrix in Carson City, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Renown Health

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

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    Where is Dr. Gratrix's office located?

    Dr. Max Gratrix's Primary Practice

    1505 Medical Pkwy

    Carson City, NV 89703

    (775) 883-7811

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

    Dr. Gratrix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275737710.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gratrix?

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

    What is Dr. Max Gratrix's specialty?

    Dr. Gratrix is a Dermatologist near Carson City, NV.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is Dr. Max Gratrix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gratrix is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional 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 Dr. Max Gratrix accepting new patients in Carson City, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Max Gratrix is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Gratrix offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gratrix's office at (775) 883-7811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Max Gratrix?

    Please contact Dr. Gratrix's office at (775) 883-7811 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gratrix's office located?

    Dr. Gratrix's office is located in Carson City, NV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Max Gratrix have?

    Dr. Max Gratrix is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.