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Dr. Hirshel Kahn, MD

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Dr. Hirshel Kahn, MD

Forest Hills, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kahn, Dermatologist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Hirshel Kahn, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kahn graduated from University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Dermatopathology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kahn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kahn’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kahn’s office at (718) 275-5555.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kahn?

    Dr. Hirshel Kahn, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Kahn empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Forest Hills/NY community, Dr. Kahn is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Kahn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Mount Sinai Medical Center

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Dermatopathology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Mount Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Kahn board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hirshel Kahn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Kahn speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kahn treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kahn 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. Kahn. 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:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Molluscum Contagiosum
    • Skin Infection
    • Water Warts
    • Molluscum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B081: Molluscum contagiosum

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thickened Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin hypertrophy
    • Hypertrophic skin disorder
    • Skin thickening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

    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:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Kahn perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kahn 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. Kahn. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • 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

    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
    • 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)

    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 Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    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:

    • Acne Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Milia Removal
    • Comedone Extraction
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Pustule Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10040: Acne surgery (eg, marsupialization, opening or removal of multiple milia, comedones, cysts, pustules)

    Does Dr. Kahn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 275-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kahn accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Kahn in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of Minnesota

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kahn's office located?

    Dr. Hirshel Kahn's Primary Practice

    10460 Queens Blvd Ste 1C

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 275-5555

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    Dr. Hirshel Kahn's Practice 2

    5 Harrison St Frnt A

    New York, NY 10013

    (212) 619-0666

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    Dr. Hirshel Kahn's Practice 3

    7308 Springfield Blvd

    Bayside, NY 11364

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hirshel Kahn?

    Dr. Kahn has appointments available at his Forest Hills, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

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    Based on 77 reviews

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    96% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    66% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    95% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Hirshel Kahn an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kahn has been rated and reviewed by 77 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kahn, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Kahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700890159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kahn?

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

    What is Dr. Hirshel Kahn's specialty?

    Dr. Kahn is a Dermatologist near Forest Hills, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Kahn to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hirshel Kahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kahn is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 Dermatologist?

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    Is Hirshel Kahn accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Hirshel Kahn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hirshel Kahn offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kahn, or call (718) 275-5555 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Hirshel Kahn?

    Please contact Dr. Kahn's office at (718) 275-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hirshel Kahn have?

    Dr. Hirshel Kahn is certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Dermatology.

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