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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brodsky, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Merrick Brodsky, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brodsky is fluent in English, German, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brodsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brodsky’s office at (509) 252-1299.
What languages does Dr. Brodsky speak?
Dr. Brodsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Russian
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Brodsky typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Brodsky 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. Brodsky. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
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
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Brodsky typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Brodsky 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. Brodsky. 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 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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 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:
- 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 Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Brodsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Brodsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 252-1299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brodsky accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Brodsky in Long Beach, CA 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 Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Brodsky's office located?
Dr. Merrick Brodsky's Primary Practice
3828 Schaufele Ave Ste 300
Long Beach, CA 90808
(509) 252-1299
What is Dr. Brodsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brodsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609300649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brodsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brodsky
What is Dr. Merrick Brodsky's specialty?
Dr. Brodsky is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Long Beach, CA.
What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Merrick Brodsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brodsky is affiliated with Torrance Memorial 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 Merrick Brodsky accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merrick Brodsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merrick Brodsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brodsky's office at (509) 252-1299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merrick Brodsky?
Please contact Dr. Brodsky's office at (509) 252-1299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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