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Dr. Melanie Adams, MD

Columbia, MD

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Adams, Dermatologist in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Melanie Adams, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Adams graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Roger Williams Hosp, Dermatopathology; Howard Univ Hosp, Dermatology; Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (410) 910-2366.

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

    • Residency: Roger Williams Hosp, Dermatopathology; Howard Univ Hosp, Dermatology; Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Adams board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Adams treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Dark Spots After Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots
    • PIH
    • Post-Acne Marks
    • Skin Discoloration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
    • L810: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation

    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:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Androgenetic Alopecia
    • Hair Loss
    • Androgenetic alopecia
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning
    • Hormonal hair loss
    • Genetic hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified
    • L648: Other androgenic alopecia

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    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:

    • Sun Exposure
    • Sunburn
    • UV radiation exposure
    • Sun poisoning
    • Solar radiation injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • X32XXXA: Exposure to sunlight, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Early Melanoma
    • Melanoma
    • Melanoma In Situ
    • Non-Invasive Melanoma
    • Stage 0 Melanoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86006: Personal history of melanoma in-situ

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    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:

    • Family History of Other Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Hereditary cancer risk (other organs)
    • Genetic predisposition to various cancers
    • Cancer in the family (other sites)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z808: Family history of malignant neoplasm of other organs or systems

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 910-2366 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Adams in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Melanie Adams' Primary Practice

    10700 Charter Dr Ste 320

    Columbia, MD 21044

    (410) 910-2366

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

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265406078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

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

    What is Dr. Melanie Adams's specialty?

    Dr. Adams is a Dermatologist near Columbia, MD. 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. Adams to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melanie Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Adams is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

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    Is Melanie Adams accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melanie Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (410) 910-2366 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melanie Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (410) 910-2366 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Adams have?

    Dr. Melanie Adams is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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