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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bourgeois, Dermatologist in Asheville, NC?
Focused on sun damage skin condition management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning. Alexandra Marie Bourgeois, a Dermatologist in Asheville, NC, provides expert care to patients with various skin concerns. Her practice is located at 16 Medical Park Dr, Asheville. With a clinical focus on managing sun damage skin conditions, benign skin growths, and skin pigmentation disorders, Dr. Bourgeois employs a range of procedures, including skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, and wound repair. Her approach ensures that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their specific needs. By addressing conditions such as seborrheic keratosis and other skin-related issues, she helps patients achieve optimal skin health. Dr. Bourgeois is affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in North Carolina, including Mission Hospital and Adventhealth Hendersonville. She is fluent in Spanish and accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Bourgeois, who is accepting new patients. She is committed to delivering high-quality care to her patients, and her practice is well-equipped to handle a range of skin-related concerns.
What languages does Dr. Bourgeois speak?
Dr. Bourgeois and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Bourgeois typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bourgeois 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. Bourgeois. 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:
- 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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Bourgeois typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bourgeois 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. Bourgeois. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
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
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 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:
- 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 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:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Does Dr. Bourgeois accept my insurance?
Dr. Bourgeois accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 274-4880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bourgeois accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Bourgeois in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bourgeois' office located?
Dr. Alexandra Bourgeois' Primary Practice
16 Medical Park Dr
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-4880
What is Dr. Bourgeois's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bourgeois's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750813283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bourgeois?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bourgeois
What is Dr. Alexandra Bourgeois's specialty?
Dr. Bourgeois is a Dermatologist near Asheville, 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. Alexandra Bourgeois affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bourgeois is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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 Alexandra Bourgeois accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Bourgeois is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Bourgeois offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bourgeois's office at (828) 274-4880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Bourgeois?
Please contact Dr. Bourgeois's office at (828) 274-4880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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