Who is Dr. Clevens, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Ross Clevens, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Clevens completed his residency at University of Michigan medical school. He is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, Florida Society of Facial Plastic Surgery, Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, National Board of Medical Examiners, American College of Surgeons, and Brevard County Medical Society.
Dr. Clevens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clevens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clevens’s office at (321) 727-3223.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Clevens?
Dr. Ross Clevens, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Clevens empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Skin Cancer-Head & Neck, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Melbourne/FL community, Dr. Clevens is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Clevens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Michigan medical school
Residency: University of Michigan medical school
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Clevens board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ross Clevens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Clevens speak?
Dr. Clevens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Clevens treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Clevens 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. Clevens. 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:
Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Rodent Ulcer
BCC
Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
Also known as:
Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
Skin Disorder
Skin Condition
Skin Neoplasm
Skin Growth
Uncertain Skin Lesion
Skin Problem
Dermatological Condition
Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
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:
Nose and Sinus Disorder
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Nasal problems
Sinus problems
Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
Visual Field Defects
Vision Impairment and Blindness
Blind spots in vision
Peripheral vision loss
Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
What procedures does Dr. Clevens perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Clevens 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. Clevens. 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:
Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
Fat Grafting
Dermal Graft
Fascia Graft
Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
Also known as:
Neurovascular Pedicle Flap Surgery
Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
Facial Tissue Reconstruction
Tissue Flap Reconstruction
Pedicle Flap Transfer
Microsurgical Flap
Myocutaneous Flap
Fasciocutaneous Flap
Head and Neck Reconstruction
Vascular Pedicle Flap
Local Flap Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
Facial Reconstruction
Adjacent tissue flap surgery
Eyelid reconstruction
Nose reconstruction
Lip reconstruction
CPT Codes:
15750: Flap; neurovascular pedicle
15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
Facial Skin Graft
Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
Full Thickness Graft for Face
Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
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:
Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
Facial Skin Cancer Excision
Malignant Lesion Removal (Head/Face)
Skin Tumor Removal (Sensitive Areas)
CPT Codes:
11643: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Head)
Facial Lesion Excision
Skin Growth Removal
Benign Tumor Excision
Head/Neck Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
11443: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Derma-Fat-Fascia Graft
Skin fat fascia graft
Composite tissue graft
Autologous fat graft
Soft tissue graft
CPT Codes:
15770: Graft; derma-fat-fascia
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
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
30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
Inferior Turbinate Resection
Turbinate Reduction
Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
Autogenous ear cartilage graft
Nose cartilage reconstruction
Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
Facial Bone Graft (Nose, Cheek, Upper Jaw)
Nasal Bone Graft
Maxillary Bone Graft
Malar Bone Graft
Facial Reconstruction Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
21210: Graft, bone; nasal, maxillary or malar areas (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
Large Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
Radical Soft Tissue Resection
Sarcoma Removal Face/Scalp
Large Skin Tumor Excision
Facial Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
21016: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of face or scalp; 2 cm or greater
Also known as:
Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
Facial Sarcoma Resection
Scalp Tumor Excision
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Face/Scalp)
CPT Codes:
21015: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of face or scalp; less than 2 cm
Also known as:
Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
Eyelid Retraction Correction
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Droopy Eyelid Surgery
Upper Eyelid Reduction
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid retraction repair
Lower eyelid retraction surgery
Fix pulled back eyelid
CPT Codes:
15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
67911: Correction of lid retraction
Does Dr. Clevens accept my insurance?
Dr. Clevens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 727-3223 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clevens accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Clevens in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
97% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
81% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Ross Clevens an Excellent
overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Clevens has been rated and reviewed by 952 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Clevens, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Professional Member
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Professional Member
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Professional Member
International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons
Professional Member
Florida Society of Facial Plastic Surgery
Professional Member
Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons
Professional Member
National Board of Medical Examiners
Professional Member
American College of Surgeons
Professional Member
Brevard County Medical Society
Professional Member
What is Dr. Clevens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clevens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538140231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clevens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clevens
What is Dr. Ross Clevens's specialty?
Dr. Clevens is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Melbourne, FL.
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Clevens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ross Clevens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clevens is affiliated with Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital 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
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Is Ross Clevens accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ross Clevens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ross Clevens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clevens's office at (321) 727-3223 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ross Clevens?
Please contact Dr. Clevens's office at (321) 727-3223 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ross Clevens have?
Dr. Ross Clevens is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology.
Other Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Near Melbourne, FL
Dr. Mark Bickert, DO is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years.