29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Poletes, Plastic Surgeon in Lansing, MI?
Dr. George Poletes, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Poletes completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Plastic Surgery; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Poletes is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poletes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poletes’s office at (517) 487-0128.
Where did Dr. Poletes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine,Chapel Hill, Nc, United States
Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Plastic Surgery; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo
Is Dr. Poletes board certified in Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Poletes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Poletes speak?
Dr. Poletes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Poletes treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Poletes 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. Poletes. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Leg or Hip
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- BCC on Right Leg
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb BCC
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb SCC
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Leg
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Hip
- Leg BCC
- Hip BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
- C44712: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44719: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- 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
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Pilar Cyst
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
- Scalp cyst
- Trichilemmal cyst
- Hair follicle cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L7211: Pilar cyst
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Which procedures does Dr. Poletes perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. George Poletes may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Poletes' office.
Does Dr. Poletes accept my insurance?
Dr. Poletes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 487-0128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poletes accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Poletes in Lansing, MI 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Physicians Health Plan (MI)
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Poletes' office located?
Dr. George Poletes' Primary Practice
1515 Lake Lansing Rd Ste A
Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 487-0128
What is Dr. Poletes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poletes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871761247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poletes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poletes
What is Dr. George Poletes's specialty?
Dr. Poletes is a Plastic Surgeon near Lansing, MI. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Poletes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Poletes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Poletes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 George Poletes accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. George Poletes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Poletes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poletes's office at (517) 487-0128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Poletes?
Please contact Dr. Poletes's office at (517) 487-0128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Poletes have?
Dr. George Poletes is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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