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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simms, Dermatopathologist in Thomasville, GA?
Dr. Wesley Simms, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Thomasville, GA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Simms completed his residency at U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Simms is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (229) 225-1900.
Where did Dr. Simms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Simms board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Simms, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Simms speak?
Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Simms typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Simms typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wesley Simms may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Simms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?
Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 225-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Thomasville, GA?
Dr. Simms in Thomasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simms' office located?
What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336102508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms
What is Dr. Wesley Simms's specialty?
Dr. Simms is a Dermatopathologist near Thomasville, GA.
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. Wesley Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Archbold Memorial 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wesley Simms accepting new patients in Thomasville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Simms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesley Simms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (229) 225-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesley Simms?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (229) 225-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wesley Simms have?
Dr. Wesley Simms is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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