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Dr. Joshua Sparling, MD

Dr. Joshua Sparling, MD

Augusta, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sparling, Dermatologist in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Joshua Sparling, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Sparling graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Nat'L Capital Consortium, Dermatology. He is a member of the AAD Membership:. Dr. Sparling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sparling’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sparling’s office at (207) 623-6680.

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

    • Residency: Nat'L Capital Consortium, Dermatology | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences/National Capital Consortium

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Sparling board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Sparling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Sparling speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sparling treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Sparling 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. Sparling. 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 Cancer Screening
    • Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mole Check
    • Dermatology Screening
    • Melanoma Screening
    • Skin Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm 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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    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:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Androgenic Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Androgenetic alopecia
    • Male pattern baldness
    • Female pattern baldness
    • Genetic hair loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L649: Androgenic alopecia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • 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:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Does Dr. Sparling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sparling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 623-6680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sparling accept in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Sparling in Augusta, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Sparling's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Sparling's Primary Practice

    6 E Chestnut St

    Augusta, ME 04330

    (207) 623-6680

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AAD Membership:

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Sparling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245216316.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sparling?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Sparling's specialty?

    Dr. Sparling is a Dermatologist near Augusta, ME. 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. Sparling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Sparling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sparling is affiliated with MaineGeneral Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joshua Sparling accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Sparling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Sparling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sparling's office at (207) 623-6680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Sparling?

    Please contact Dr. Sparling's office at (207) 623-6680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Sparling have?

    Dr. Joshua Sparling is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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