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Dr. Elizabeth Kerner, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Kerner, MD

Plano, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kerner, Plastic Surgeon in Plano, TX?

    Dr. Elizabeth Kerner, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kerner graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Affil Hospital. Dr. Kerner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerner’s office at (972) 981-7144.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University Affil Hospital | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kerner board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Kerner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kerner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kerner treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kerner 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. Kerner. 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:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    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:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wound
    • Ear Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Ear Injury
    • Open Ear Injury
    • Trauma to Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S01309A: Unspecified open wound of unspecified ear, initial encounter

    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:

    • Other problems with breast implant
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Other breast prosthesis issues
    • Unspecified breast implant complication
    • Breast augmentation device problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8549XA: Other mechanical complication of breast prosthesis and implant, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Kerner perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kerner 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. Kerner. 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:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Simple Wound Closure
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound Re-closure
    • Superficial Wound Repair
    • Dehiscence Repair
    • Stitch a Wound Open

    CPT Codes:

    • 12020: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; simple closure

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Shaving Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
    • Skin Lesion Shave Excision
    • Mole Shaving
    • Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
    • Dermal Lesion Shave

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    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:

    • Breast Implant Capsule Removal
    • Complete Breast Capsulectomy
    • Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
    • Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin cancer excision
    • Malignant mole removal
    • Cancerous skin lesion surgery
    • Skin tumor removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11601: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Does Dr. Kerner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kerner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 981-7144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kerner accept in Plano, TX?

    Dr. Kerner in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Bankers Life

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kerner's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Kerner's Primary Practice

    6130 W Parker Rd Ste 110

    Plano, TX 75093

    (972) 981-7144

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    Dr. Elizabeth Kerner's Practice 2

    5920 W Plano Pkwy

    Plano, TX 75093

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

    Dr. Kerner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407824519.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerner?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Kerner's specialty?

    Dr. Kerner is a Plastic Surgeon near Plano, TX. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Kerner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elizabeth Kerner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kerner is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery Plano, Medical City McKinney Hospital 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 Elizabeth Kerner accepting new patients in Plano, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Kerner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Kerner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kerner's office at (972) 981-7144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Kerner?

    Please contact Dr. Kerner's office at (972) 981-7144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Kerner have?

    Dr. Elizabeth Kerner is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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