Who is Dr. Katz, Dermatopathologist in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Matthew Katz, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Katz graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery.
Dr. Katz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (301) 881-4124.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Katz?
Dr. Matthew Katz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatopathologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Katz empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eczema, Facial Rejuvenation, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Rockville/MD community, Dr. Katz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Katz board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Katz treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
Benign Skin Tumor
Benign Tumor
Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
Trunk skin lesion
Benign trunk skin mass
Lump on body skin
Non-cancerous skin growths
Skin lesions
Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
Acne Vulgaris
Acne
Common acne
Pimples
Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
L700: Acne vulgaris
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:
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Benign Tumor
Skin Condition
Irritated seborrheic keratosis
Red skin growth
Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
L820: Inflamed seborrheic 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:
Plaque Psoriasis
Psoriasis
Common psoriasis
Chronic plaque psoriasis
Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
What procedures does Dr. Katz perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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.
Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
Shaving Skin Lesion
Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
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
Skin Growth Destruction
Benign Lesion Excision
Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
Benign Skin Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
Malignant Growth Destruction
Laser Removal of Skin Lesion
Benign Skin Growth Excision
Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
Facial Lesion Excision
Ear Lesion Removal
Eyelid Lesion Surgery
Lip Lesion Removal
Skin Lesion Shave Excision
Mole Shaving
Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
Dermal Lesion Shave
Facial Skin Growth Excision
Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
Eyelid Lesion Excision
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
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)
17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
Skin Biopsy
Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
Skin Biopsy (Punch)
Shave Biopsy
Tangential Biopsy
Skin Lesion Biopsy
Shave biopsy
Tangential skin biopsy
Scoop biopsy
Punch Biopsy
Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
Intralesional Injection
Lesion Injection Therapy
Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
Multiple Skin Tag Removal
Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
Abscess Drainage
Abscess
Incision and Drainage (I&D)
Boil Lancing
Cyst Drainage
Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
Skin Cancer Destruction (Body/Limbs)
Malignant Lesion Destruction
Skin Tumor Removal without Cutting
Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
17263: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
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:
Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
Injections for Skin Growths
Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
Also known as:
Ultraviolet Light Therapy
UV Light Treatment
Phototherapy
Actinotherapy
Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Also known as:
Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
Axillary Chemodenervation
Botox for Underarm Sweating
Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating
CPT Codes:
64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 881-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Katz in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matthew Katz?
Dr. Katz has appointments available at his Rockville, MD office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457306466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Matthew Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Dermatopathologist near Rockville, MD.
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Katz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Katz 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.
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Is Matthew Katz accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Katz is accepting new patients at this time.