31 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Murcko, Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Lisa Murcko, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Murcko graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Plastic Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Murcko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murcko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murcko’s office at (828) 252-5556.
Where did Dr. Murcko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Plastic Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Murcko board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Murcko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Murcko speak?
Dr. Murcko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Murcko typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Murcko 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. Murcko. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
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
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Murcko typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Murcko 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. Murcko. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 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
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
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)
- 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
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
Does Dr. Murcko accept my insurance?
Dr. Murcko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 252-5556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murcko accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Murcko in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
Ohio Health Choice Plan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Murcko's office located?
What is Dr. Murcko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murcko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932191442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murcko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murcko
What is Dr. Lisa Murcko's specialty?
Dr. Murcko is a Specialist near Asheville, NC.
Is this Dr. Lisa Murcko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Murcko is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Geisinger Medical Center, Lebanon Va Medical Center. 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 Lisa Murcko accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Murcko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Murcko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murcko's office at (828) 252-5556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Murcko?
Please contact Dr. Murcko's office at (828) 252-5556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Murcko have?
Dr. Lisa Murcko is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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