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Who is Dr. Schlesinger, Procedural Dermatologist in Delray Beach, FL?
Dr. Ira Schlesinger, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Delray Beach, FL. Dr. Schlesinger graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Schlesinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlesinger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlesinger’s office.
Where did Dr. Schlesinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Psychiatry | Greenwich Hosp-Yale U | Staten Island University Hospital Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Health Science Center (Downstate Medical Center) | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schlesinger speak?
Dr. Schlesinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schlesinger treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Schlesinger 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. Schlesinger. 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:
- 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
- Foreign Body Granuloma
- Skin Condition
- Foreign Bodies
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Granuloma
- Foreign Object Reaction
- Granulomatous Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L923: Foreign body granuloma of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Hair Follicle Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Follicular Skin Issues
- Hair Follicle Problems
- Skin Follicle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L738: Other specified follicular disorders
What procedures does Dr. Schlesinger perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Schlesinger 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. Schlesinger. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Skin Lesion Shaving (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Shaving of Skin Lesion (Face/Ears)
- Shaving Off Skin Lesion (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Epidermal Lesion Shaving
- Skin Tag Removal
- Epidermal lesion shave
- Dermal lesion removal
- Skin growth shaving
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)
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11307: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11312: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11311: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 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)
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (2.1-3.0 cm)
- Skin Cancer Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
- Facial Skin Cancer Excision
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Head/Face)
- Skin Tumor Removal (Sensitive Areas)
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Malignant Melanoma Removal
- Wide Local Excision Skin
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
- Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11643: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11623: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11622: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Acne Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Milia Removal
- Comedone Extraction
- Cyst Drainage
- Pustule Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 10040: Acne surgery (eg, marsupialization, opening or removal of multiple milia, comedones, cysts, pustules)
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Simple Foreign Body Removal from Skin
- Subcutaneous foreign body extraction
- Skin foreign object removal
- Minor foreign body incision
CPT Codes:
- 10120: Incision and removal of foreign body, subcutaneous tissues; simple
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:
- Skin Lesion Shaving (Large)
- Skin Growth Removal
- Dermal Lesion Excision
- Shave Biopsy (Large)
- Skin Tag Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11303: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter over 2.0 cm
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
Does Dr. Schlesinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlesinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlesinger accept in Delray Beach, FL?
Dr. Schlesinger in Delray Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Schlesinger's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Ira Schlesinger an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Schlesinger has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Schlesinger, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Schlesinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlesinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700892858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlesinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlesinger
What is Dr. Ira Schlesinger's specialty?
Dr. Schlesinger is a Procedural Dermatologist near Delray Beach, FL. 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. Schlesinger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ira Schlesinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schlesinger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ira Schlesinger accepting new patients in Delray Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ira Schlesinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Schlesinger offer online booking?
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4800 Linton Blvd Ste D500
Delray Beach, FL 33445