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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bittenbender, Dermatologist in Pottstown, PA?
Dr. Susan Bittenbender, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Pottstown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Bittenbender completed her residency at Allegheny Univ Hosps, Dermatology; Roger Williams Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bittenbender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bittenbender’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bittenbender’s office at (610) 850-9292.
Where did Dr. Bittenbender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Univ Hosps, Dermatology; Roger Williams Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa
Is Dr. Bittenbender board certified in Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Bittenbender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Bittenbender speak?
Dr. Bittenbender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bittenbender treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bittenbender 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. Bittenbender. 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
What procedures does Dr. Bittenbender perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bittenbender 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. Bittenbender. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal
- Skin Lesion Shaving
- Shaving Off Skin Lesion (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
- 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
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
- Shave biopsy
- Skin tag removal
- Mole shave removal
- Epidermal lesion excision
- Epidermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Removal
- Epidermal lesion shave
- Dermal lesion removal
- Skin growth shaving
- 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 growth excision
- Mole removal
- Benign skin tumor removal
- Skin lesion surgery
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
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11300: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11306: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11311: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 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
- 11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
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:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
- Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
- Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
- Genital Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
- Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Bittenbender accept my insurance?
Dr. Bittenbender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 850-9292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bittenbender accept in Pottstown, PA?
Dr. Bittenbender in Pottstown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Independence Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Bittenbender's office located?
Dr. Susan Bittenbender's Primary Practice
933 N Charlotte St Ste 2D
Pottstown, PA 19464
(610) 850-9292
Dr. Susan Bittenbender's Practice 2
410 W Linfield Trappe Rd Ste 240
Royersford, PA 19468
Dr. Susan Bittenbender's Practice 3
410 W Linfield Trappe Rd Ste 240
Limerick, PA 19468
(610) 495-6500
What is Dr. Bittenbender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bittenbender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114988037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bittenbender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bittenbender
What is Dr. Susan Bittenbender's specialty?
Dr. Bittenbender is a Dermatologist near Pottstown, PA. 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. Bittenbender to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Susan Bittenbender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bittenbender is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville 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 Susan Bittenbender accepting new patients in Pottstown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Bittenbender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Bittenbender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bittenbender's office at (610) 850-9292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Bittenbender?
Please contact Dr. Bittenbender's office at (610) 850-9292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Bittenbender have?
Dr. Susan Bittenbender is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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