29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abeles, Procedural Dermatologist in Montvale, NJ?
Dr. Gwen Abeles, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Montvale, NJ. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Abeles graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Abeles is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abeles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abeles’s office at (201) 307-0075.
Where did Dr. Abeles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Abeles board certified as a Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Gwen Abeles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Abeles speak?
Dr. Abeles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Abeles typically treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Abeles 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. Abeles. 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.
Also known as:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
What procedures does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Abeles typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Abeles 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. Abeles. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- 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
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal (Large)
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
- 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
- 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Does Dr. Abeles accept my insurance?
Dr. Abeles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 307-0075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abeles accept in Montvale, NJ?
Dr. Abeles in Montvale, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Abeles' office located?
Dr. Gwen Abeles' Primary Practice
221 W Grand Ave Ste 102B
Montvale, NJ 07645
(201) 307-0075
What is Dr. Abeles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abeles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447222625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abeles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abeles
What is Dr. Gwen Abeles's specialty?
Dr. Abeles is a Procedural Dermatologist near Montvale, NJ.
What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?
Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers).
Is this Dr. Gwen Abeles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abeles is affiliated with The Valley 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 Gwen Abeles accepting new patients in Montvale, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Gwen Abeles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gwen Abeles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abeles's office at (201) 307-0075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gwen Abeles?
Please contact Dr. Abeles's office at (201) 307-0075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gwen Abeles have?
Dr. Gwen Abeles is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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