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Dr. Aaron Joseph, MD

Dr. Aaron Joseph, MD

Houston, TX

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    Who is Dr. Joseph, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Aaron Joseph, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Joseph graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (281) 991-0737.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Joseph?

    Dr. Aaron Joseph, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic 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. Joseph empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Joseph is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Joseph treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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 Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • 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
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    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. Joseph perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery (Additional Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs
    • Mohs micrographic surgery
    • Skin cancer removal with mapping
    • Staged skin cancer surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17314: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Laceration Repair
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Surgical Wound Repair
    • Injury Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Complex Repair of Face Wounds
    • Eyelid Repair
    • Nose Laceration Repair
    • Lip Wound Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 991-0737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Joseph in Houston, TX 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 Illinois

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • KelseyCare Advantage

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?

    Dr. Aaron Joseph's Primary Practice

    2727 W Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77025

    (281) 991-0737

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    Dr. Aaron Joseph's Practice 2

    5125 Preston Ave # 150

    Pasadena, TX 77505

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    Dr. Aaron Joseph's Practice 3

    1213 Hermann Dr Ste 650

    Houston, TX 77004

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

    Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538148168.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?

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

    What is Dr. Aaron Joseph's specialty?

    Dr. Joseph is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Houston, TX. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Joseph to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Aaron Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Joseph is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Southeast 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

    Where can I learn more about MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

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    Is Aaron Joseph accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Aaron Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aaron Joseph offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (281) 991-0737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aaron Joseph?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (281) 991-0737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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