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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desciak, Procedural Dermatologist in Pomona, NY?
Dr. Edward Desciak, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Pomona, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Desciak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desciak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desciak’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Desciak?
Dr. Edward Desciak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Procedural Dermatologist 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. Desciak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Melanoma, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pomona/NY community, Dr. Desciak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Desciak speak?
Dr. Desciak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desciak treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Desciak 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. Desciak. 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:
- 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:
- Skin Cancer
- 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 Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Leg or Hip
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- 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
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Leg
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Hip
- Leg BCC
- Hip BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4491: Basal cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
- 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
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- 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
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Lip
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Ear
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC of Lip
- Lip Skin Cancer
- Rodent Ulcer of Lip
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
- C4401: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of lip
- C44212: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right ear and external auricular canal
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:
- 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Does Dr. Desciak accept my insurance?
Dr. Desciak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desciak accept in Pomona, NY?
Dr. Desciak in Pomona, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desciak's office located?
Center for Laser & Dermatologic Surgery
7A Medical Park Drive
Pomona, NY 10970
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Desciak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desciak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124062922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desciak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desciak
What is Dr. Edward Desciak's specialty?
Dr. Desciak is a Procedural Dermatologist near Pomona, 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. Desciak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Desciak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desciak is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving 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
Where can I learn more about Procedural Dermatologist?
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Is Edward Desciak accepting new patients in Pomona, NY?
Yes, Dr. Edward Desciak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Desciak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desciak's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Desciak?
Please contact Dr. Desciak's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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