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Dr. James Wharton, MD

Louisville, KY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wharton, Dermatopathologist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. James Wharton, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Wharton graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wharton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wharton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wharton’s office at (502) 245-4450.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of Ar College Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wharton board certified in Dermatopathologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Wharton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Wharton speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wharton treat?

    As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Wharton 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. Wharton. 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:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • D224: Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck
    • D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • 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
    • Carcinoma in situ of skin
    • Early Skin Cancer
    • Precancerous Skin Lesion
    • BCC on Right Arm
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
    • Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
    • Right Upper Limb BCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
    • D0462: Carcinoma in situ of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    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:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis
    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    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:

    • Papulosquamous Skin Disorder
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Scaly Skin Rash
    • Bumpy Skin Condition
    • Inflammatory Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L448: Other specified papulosquamous disorders

    Also known as:

    • Thickened Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin hypertrophy
    • Hypertrophic skin disorder
    • Skin thickening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

    Does Dr. Wharton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wharton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 245-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wharton accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Wharton in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wharton's office located?

    Dr. James Wharton's Primary Practice

    13802 Lake Point Cir # 102

    Louisville, KY 40223

    (502) 245-4450

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    Dr. James Wharton's Practice 2

    114 Manor Ave

    Bardstown, KY 40004

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    Dr. James Wharton's Practice 3

    161 Lexington Green Cir Ste 100

    Lexington, KY 40503

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

    Dr. Wharton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386619203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wharton?

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

    What is Dr. James Wharton's specialty?

    Dr. Wharton is a Dermatopathologist near Louisville, KY. 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. Contact Dr. Wharton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Wharton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wharton is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 Dermatopathologist?

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    Is James Wharton accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. James Wharton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wharton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wharton's office at (502) 245-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Wharton?

    Please contact Dr. Wharton's office at (502) 245-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Wharton have?

    Dr. James Wharton is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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