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Who is Dr. El-Gamal, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Hazem El-Gamal, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El-Gamal is fluent in English, Danish, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Gamal’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Gamal’s office at (704) 364-6110.
Where did Dr. El-Gamal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Minnesota / Twin Cities Campus
Is Dr. El-Gamal board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hazem El-Gamal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. El-Gamal speak?
Dr. El-Gamal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Danish
English
German
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. El-Gamal typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. El-Gamal 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. El-Gamal. 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:
- 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
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:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. El-Gamal typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. El-Gamal 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. El-Gamal. 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:
- Mohs Surgery
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
- PDT for Skin Cancer
- Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
- Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin
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)
- 96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
- Local Skin Flap
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Reconstruction (Local)
- Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
- 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Does Dr. El-Gamal accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Gamal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 364-6110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Gamal accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. El-Gamal in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El-Gamal's office located?
Dr. Hazem El-Gamal's Primary Practice
2630 E 7th St Ste 200
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 364-6110
What is Dr. El-Gamal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Gamal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720027246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Gamal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Gamal
What is Dr. Hazem El-Gamal's specialty?
Dr. El-Gamal is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Charlotte, NC.
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. Hazem El-Gamal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El-Gamal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atrium Health Union. 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 Hazem El-Gamal accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Hazem El-Gamal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hazem El-Gamal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Gamal's office at (704) 364-6110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hazem El-Gamal?
Please contact Dr. El-Gamal's office at (704) 364-6110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hazem El-Gamal have?
Dr. Hazem El-Gamal is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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