23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rishavy, Plastic Surgeon in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Thomas Rishavy, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Rishavy graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Plastic Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Rishavy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rishavy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rishavy’s office at (218) 724-7363.
Where did Dr. Rishavy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Plastic Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rishavy board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Rishavy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rishavy speak?
Dr. Rishavy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rishavy treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Rishavy 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. Rishavy. 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:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Localized Blind Spot
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Localized Visual Field Loss
- Specific Blind Spot
- Patchy Vision Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Rishavy perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Rishavy 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. Rishavy. 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:
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Laceration Repair
- Complex Wound Closure
- Surgical Wound Repair
- Injury Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
- Mid-Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
- Paravertebral Pain Block
CPT Codes:
- 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Rishavy accept my insurance?
Dr. Rishavy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 724-7363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rishavy accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Rishavy in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Partners Plans
IMCare
Medica
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rishavy's office located?
Dr. Thomas Rishavy's Primary Practice
4316 Rice Lake Rd Ste 109
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 724-7363
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member
What is Dr. Rishavy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rishavy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295771798.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rishavy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rishavy
What is Dr. Thomas Rishavy's specialty?
Dr. Rishavy is a Plastic Surgeon near Duluth, MN. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Rishavy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Rishavy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rishavy is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth, Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Thomas Rishavy accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Rishavy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Rishavy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rishavy's office at (218) 724-7363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Rishavy?
Please contact Dr. Rishavy's office at (218) 724-7363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Rishavy have?
Dr. Thomas Rishavy is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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