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Who is Dr. Ro, Dermatologist in Durham, NC?
Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Teresa Ro, MD, is a trusted Dermatologist in Durham, NC, serving patients across multiple locations, including Durham and Oxford. She provides comprehensive skin care to her community, addressing various skin concerns through her expertise. With a clinical focus on managing Sun Damage Skin Condition, Skin Condition, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Benign Skin Growth, Dr. Ro employs targeted interventions such as Skin Lesion Removal, Wound Repair, and Skin Biopsy to restore skin health. Her approach to skin care is centered on precise diagnosis and treatment, ensuring patients receive effective care for their specific skin concerns. Dr. Ro's practice also involves Skin Surgery and Skin Cancer Treatment, demonstrating her commitment to providing thorough care. Dr. Ro is affiliated with several healthcare networks, including Lifepoint Health and UNC Health, with hospital affiliations at Henderson/Vance Healthcare, Inc., UNC Hospitals - Chapel Hill, and VCU Health - Community Memorial Hospital. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Ro, who accepts major insurance carriers such as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna Group, and Medicare. Appointments are available at her primary location in Durham, as well as additional sites in Durham and Oxford.
What languages does Dr. Ro speak?
Dr. Ro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Ro typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ro 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. Ro. 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:
- 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Ro typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ro 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. Ro. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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:
- 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:
- Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
- Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Ro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 286-7903 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ro accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Ro in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
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Where is Dr. Ro's office located?
What is Dr. Ro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225566839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ro
What is Dr. Teresa Ro's specialty?
Dr. Ro is a Dermatologist near Durham, NC.
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 this Dr. Teresa Ro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Henderson/vance Healthcare, Inc., Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill, Vcu Health - Community Memorial 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
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Is Teresa Ro accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Ro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Ro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ro's office at (919) 286-7903 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Ro?
Please contact Dr. Ro's office at (919) 286-7903 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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