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Dr. William Cook, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cook, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. William Cook, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Cook graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cook is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cook’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cook’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cook board certified in MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. William Cook, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Cook speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cook treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Cook 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. Cook. 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:

    • 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:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    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
    • C44219: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left ear and external auricular canal

    Also known as:

    • 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
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
    • Skin Cancer
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • 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
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face
    • SCC on Right Leg
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
    • Skin Cancer on Right Hip
    • Right Lower Limb SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
    • C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
    • C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous growth on face
    • Facial skin lesion
    • Benign facial mass
    • Facial skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2330: Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified part of face

    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:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98491: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites limited to breakdown of skin

    Also known as:

    • Early Stage Melanoma of Face
    • Melanoma
    • Stage 0 Facial Melanoma
    • Non-invasive Facial Melanoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D0339: Melanoma in situ of other parts of face

    Does Dr. Cook accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cook accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Cook in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cook's office located?

    Dr. William Cook's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. William Cook's Practice 2

    1600 Midtown Ave

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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    Dr. William Cook's Practice 3

    18 Professional Village Cir

    Beaufort, SC 29907

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

    Dr. Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639100100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cook?

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

    What is Dr. William Cook's specialty?

    Dr. Cook is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Charleston, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Cook to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Cook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cook is affiliated with Musc Health University 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 MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Explore MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Cook accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. William Cook is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Cook offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Cook?

    Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Cook have?

    Dr. William Cook is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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