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Who is Dr. Nahass, Dermatopathologist in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. George Nahass, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nahass graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Dermatology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Dermatology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nahass is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nahass’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nahass’s office at (618) 244-0031.
Where did Dr. Nahass go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Dermatology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Dermatology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Nahass board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. George Nahass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nahass speak?
Dr. Nahass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Nahass typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Nahass 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. Nahass. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Nahass typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Nahass 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. Nahass. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Does Dr. Nahass accept my insurance?
Dr. Nahass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 244-0031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nahass accept in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Nahass in Mount Vernon, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Nahass' office located?
Dr. George Nahass' Primary Practice
4107 S Water Tower Pl
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 244-0031
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. George Nahass?
Dr. Nahass has appointments available at his Mount Vernon, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Nahass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nahass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215902986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nahass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nahass
What is Dr. George Nahass's specialty?
Dr. Nahass is a Dermatopathologist near Mount Vernon, IL.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. George Nahass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nahass is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center 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 George Nahass accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?
Yes, Dr. George Nahass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Nahass offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nahass, or call (618) 244-0031 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with George Nahass?
Please contact Dr. Nahass's office at (618) 244-0031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Nahass have?
Dr. George Nahass is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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