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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwartz, Procedural Dermatologist in Troy, NY?
Dr. Joseph Schwartz is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Troy, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Schwartz graduated from SCH OF MED AT STONY BROOK UNIV MED CTR and completed his residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schwartz is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwartz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwartz’s office at (518) 274-4305.
Where did Dr. Schwartz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook | SCH OF MED AT STONY BROOK UNIV MED CTR | Stony Brook University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schwartz speak?
Dr. Schwartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Schwartz treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Past skin cancer
- Previous cutaneous malignancy
- History of skin tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Melanoma
- Melanoma Skin Cancer
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Adult Acne
- Facial Redness
- Red Face Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L718: Other rosacea
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Which procedures does Dr. Schwartz perform as a Procedural Dermatologist?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Schwartz may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schwartz's office.
Does Dr. Schwartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 274-4305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz accept in Troy, NY?
Dr. Schwartz in Troy, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schwartz's office located?
What is Dr. Schwartz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104865823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwartz
What is Dr. Joseph Schwartz's specialty?
Dr. Schwartz is a Procedural Dermatologist near Troy, NY. Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers). Contact Dr. Schwartz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Schwartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with Albany 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 Joseph Schwartz accepting new patients in Troy, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Schwartz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Schwartz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (518) 274-4305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Schwartz?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (518) 274-4305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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