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Dr. Patricia Perschbacher, MD

Dermatologist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perschbacher, Dermatologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Patricia Perschbacher MD's approach to dermatology is rooted in precision and personalized care, reflecting her expertise in managing complex skin conditions. As a Dermatologist in Saint Louis, MO, she has earned recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Her clinical focus centers on addressing sun damage, benign skin growths, and various skin conditions through procedures like skin lesion removal and skin biopsies. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of sun-damaged skin, benign growths, and other dermatological conditions, Dr. Perschbacher provides comprehensive care to her patients. She frequently performs skin lesion removals and biopsies to diagnose and treat conditions such as seborrheic keratosis and skin pigmentation disorders. This targeted approach helps restore skin health and appearance. Dr. Perschbacher is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, MO, a top-ranked hospital in the St. Lukes Hospital Health System. She is board-certified, although specific certification details are not provided. Dr. Perschbacher accepts new patients and works with major insurance carriers, including Medicare. Her practice is located primarily in Saint Louis, with an additional location in Chesterfield, making her a local resource for dermatological care in these communities.

    What languages does Dr. Perschbacher speak?

    Dr. Perschbacher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Perschbacher typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Perschbacher 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. Perschbacher. 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:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Perschbacher typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Perschbacher 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. Perschbacher. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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
    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more 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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop 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)

    Does Dr. Perschbacher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perschbacher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 576-1411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perschbacher accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Perschbacher in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Perschbacher's office located?

    Dr. Patricia Perschbacher's Primary Practice

    2821 N Ballas Rd # C61

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

    (314) 576-1411

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    Dr. Patricia Perschbacher's Practice 2

    222 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 710N

    Chesterfield, MO 63017

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    What is Dr. Perschbacher's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Perschbacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346285913.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perschbacher?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perschbacher

    What is Dr. Patricia Perschbacher's specialty?

    Dr. Perschbacher is a Dermatologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Dr. Patricia Perschbacher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perschbacher is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo 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 Dr. Patricia Perschbacher accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Patricia Perschbacher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patricia Perschbacher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perschbacher's office at (314) 576-1411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia Perschbacher?

    Please contact Dr. Perschbacher's office at (314) 576-1411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perschbacher's office located?

    Dr. Perschbacher's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO and Chesterfield, MO.