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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nims, Procedural Dermatologist in Vienna, VA?
Dr. Linda Nims, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Vienna, VA. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Nims graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Dermatology; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Nims is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nims’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nims’s office at (703) 938-5700.
Where did Dr. Nims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Dermatology; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nims board certified in Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Linda Nims, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Nims speak?
Dr. Nims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nims treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Nims 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. Nims. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergy
- Rashes
- Allergic skin rash
- Contact allergy
- Skin irritation from allergens
ICD-10 Codes:
- L239: Allergic contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Adult Acne
- Facial Redness
- Red Face Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L718: Other rosacea
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Freckles
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Ephelides
- Sun spots
- Pigmented spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L812: Freckles
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Seborrheic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
What procedures does Dr. Nims perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Nims 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. Nims. 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 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)
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- 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
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 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:
- Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
- Skin Cancer Lesion Destruction
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
- Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Laser Surgery
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17271: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Nims accept my insurance?
Dr. Nims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 938-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nims accept in Vienna, VA?
Dr. Nims in Vienna, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AON
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nims' office located?
Dr. Linda Nims' Primary Practice
243 Church St NW Ste 200C
Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 938-5700
What is Dr. Nims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922005537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nims
What is Dr. Linda Nims's specialty?
Dr. Nims is a Procedural Dermatologist near Vienna, VA. 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. Nims to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Nims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nims is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Procedural Dermatologist?
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Is Linda Nims accepting new patients in Vienna, VA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Nims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Nims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nims's office at (703) 938-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Nims?
Please contact Dr. Nims's office at (703) 938-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Nims have?
Dr. Linda Nims is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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