23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elias, Dermatologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Focused on sun damage skin condition management through skin cancer surgery, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, Dr. Matthew J Elias, DO, practices as a Dermatologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL. His practice is located at 4610 N Federal Hwy, with an additional location at 3100 E Commercial Blvd, both serving the Fort Lauderdale community. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions, Dr. Elias focuses on managing Sun Damage Skin Condition, Skin Pigmentation Disorder, and Benign Skin Growth, among others. His expertise extends to performing procedures such as Skin Cancer Surgery, Skin Biopsy, and Skin Lesion Removal, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients. By combining these procedures with meticulous diagnostic capabilities, Dr. Elias provides effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Dr. Elias earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University and is certified by the American Board of Dermatology in Dermatology. He has affiliations with top hospitals, including Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Holy Cross Health, demonstrating his commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Elias, who accepts various insurance carriers, including Medicare and UnitedHealth Group, and is also proficient in Spanish. Appointments are available at his Fort Lauderdale locations.
Where did Dr. Elias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University
Is Dr. Elias board certified as a Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Elias, DO is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Elias speak?
Dr. Elias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Elias typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Elias 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. Elias. 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 here.
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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
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
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:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
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
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Elias typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Elias 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. Elias. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First 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
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
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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 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
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
Does Dr. Elias accept my insurance?
Dr. Elias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 771-0582 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elias accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Elias in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
Tall Tree Administrators
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elias' office located?
Dr. Matthew Elias' Primary Practice
4610 N Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 771-0582
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 17 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
71% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Matthew Elias an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Elias has been rated and reviewed by 17 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Elias, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Society for Mohs Surgery
Fellow
AAD
Professional Member
AOCD
Professional Member
ASDS
Professional Member
ASMS
Professional Member
What is Dr. Elias's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114118163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elias
What is Dr. Matthew Elias's specialty?
Dr. Elias is a Dermatologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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. Matthew Elias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elias is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Holy Cross Health 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
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Is Matthew Elias accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Elias is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Elias offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elias's office at (954) 771-0582 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Elias?
Please contact Dr. Elias's office at (954) 771-0582 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Elias have?
Dr. Matthew Elias is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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