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Dr. Richard Mizuguchi, MD

Dr. Richard Mizuguchi, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mizuguchi, Dermatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Richard Mizuguchi, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mizuguchi completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mizuguchi is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mizuguchi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mizuguchi’s office at (212) 523-5898.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Mizuguchi board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mizuguchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Mizuguchi speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Mizuguchi treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mizuguchi 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. Mizuguchi. 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:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis
    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L638: Other alopecia areata

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    What procedures does Dr. Mizuguchi perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mizuguchi 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. Mizuguchi. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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)
    • 11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch 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)
    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Removal of Foreign Object Under Skin
    • Surgical Foreign Body Removal
    • Deep Foreign Object Extraction
    • Complicated Object Removal from Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 10121: Incision and removal of foreign body, subcutaneous tissues; complicated

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Freezing Removal of Penile Lesions
    • Cryosurgery for Penile Warts
    • Penile Lesion Cryotherapy
    • Condyloma Freezing

    CPT Codes:

    • 54056: Destruction of lesion(s), penis (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; cryosurgery

    Also known as:

    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis
    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Small Area)
    • Laser Psoriasis Therapy
    • UVB Laser for Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis Light Therapy
    • Laser Psoriasis Treatment
    • Targeted Phototherapy for Psoriasis

    CPT Codes:

    • 96922: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; over 500 sq cm
    • 96920: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; total area less than 250 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
    • Axillary Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Underarm Sweating
    • Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating

    CPT Codes:

    • 64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Removal by Freezing
    • Cryosurgery for Anal Lesions
    • Anal Wart Removal
    • Anus Lesion Destruction
    • Cryotherapy for Anal Growths

    CPT Codes:

    • 46916: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; cryosurgery

    Does Dr. Mizuguchi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mizuguchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 523-5898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mizuguchi accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Mizuguchi in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mizuguchi's office located?

    Dr. Richard Mizuguchi's Primary Practice

    518 E 20th St

    New York, NY 10009

    (212) 523-5898

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    Dr. Richard Mizuguchi's Practice 2

    780 8th Ave

    New York, NY 10036

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    Dr. Richard Mizuguchi's Practice 3

    10 Union Sq E Ste 3C

    New York, NY 10003

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

    Dr. Mizuguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013990449.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mizuguchi?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Mizuguchi's specialty?

    Dr. Mizuguchi is a Dermatologist near New York, NY. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Mizuguchi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Mizuguchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mizuguchi is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, Hospital for Special Surgery, The Mount Sinai Hospital 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

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    Is Richard Mizuguchi accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mizuguchi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Mizuguchi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mizuguchi's office at (212) 523-5898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Mizuguchi?

    Please contact Dr. Mizuguchi's office at (212) 523-5898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Mizuguchi have?

    Dr. Richard Mizuguchi is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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