Blog
Dermatologists Needed in Naples
This is a Confidential Search for one of our Clients
We need two full time Board Certified or Board Eligible General Dermatologists for our offices in Southwest Florida. We prefer someone with a Florida license but it is not a requirement. Opportunities for surgical and/or cosmetic dermatology also exist with our practice. We have established ourselves as one of the premier dermatology offices in South Florida and have an excellent reputation among our colleagues and patients. We are offering a very rewarding salary and bonus package on top of a wonderful area and work environment. Extremely low turn over ratio with employees and doctors.
If interested in learning more about this position, please send an email to dermatologyjobs@pwomail.com and include your most recent CV.
You can learn more about Southwest Florida by visiting the below links:
Dermatology Jobs in Florida can be hard to find but our clients from across the country entrust their business development to our specialized dermatology team. These are two excellent openings for dermatologists in southwest Florida.
Blepharoplasty Coding Information & Procedure
Here are the diagnosis codes typically associated with medically necessary blepharoplasties. We also provide some helpful dermatology coding tips in making Medicare or your insurance carrier cover your procedures.
Prior to performing a blepharoplasty, the patient would need to have a visual examination by either an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist. E&M Codes: 92081-92083 (Visual Examination, unilateral or bilateral, with interpretation and report) This is where having a good relationship with a local optometrist or ophthalmologist can be helpful. You want to refer the patient to someone that will be reliable in quickly providing you with the needed documentation. Once deemed medically necessary, follow the coding tips below.
CPT Codes for Blepharoplasty:
15822 (upper eyelid)
15823 (lower eyelid)- It is highly improbable that you will be able to prove medical necessity for lower eyelids.
Modifiers Used: E1 (Upper Left Lid), E3 (Upper Right Lid) or Modifier 50- (Bilateral Procedure)
ICD-9 Codes Used:
- 373.4- Infective Dermatitis of eyelid of types resulting in deformity
- 373.5- Other infective dermatitis of eyelid
- 373.6- Parasitic infestation of eyelid
- 374.30-Ptosis of eyelid, unspecified
- 374.31- Paralytic ptosis
- 374.32- Myogenic ptosis
- 374.33- Mechanical ptosis
- 374.34- Blepharochalasis
- 374.87- Dermatochalasis
- 374.89- Other disorders of eyelid
- 743.61- Congenital ptosis of eyelid
- 743.62- Cngenital ptosis of eyelid
- 743.63- Other specified congenital deformities of eyelid
- V52.2- Fitting and adjustment of artificial eye
Reimbursement:
The average reimbursement for the blepharoplasty procedure by Medicare is around $900.00 depending on your region.
Dermatology Merkel Cell Coding 2010
Although your Merkel cell cancer and unspecified nature neoplasm coding familiarity is under attack from the added ICD-9 codes specificity, you can still protect your practice from incorrect entries by following these simple rules.
ICD-9 2010 bvrings you specific options for Merkel cell carcinoma which will allow for more accurate coding and prevents you from lumping these in with your standard neoplasm diagnosis codes. This does not seem like a big deal but is needed information to know if you are ever audited or want to make sure you are paid correctly.
Merkel Cell Cancer Coding
The specific codes for Merkel cell are 209.31 Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the face, 209.32 Merkel Cell carcinoma of the scalp and neck, and 209.36 Merkel Cell Carcinoma of other sites. Using ICD-9, you have to lump the Merkel cell cancer under the 173.xx (other malignant neoplasm of skin) which are most commonly used for your typical basal and squamous cell carcinomas.
When it has Metastasized
If you are treating Merkel cell cancer that has already metastasized, then you have to use a different subset of ICD-9 codes under the 2010 guidelines. The 209.3x codes are for Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors, Code 209.30 are for Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine carcinoma, any site, is not appropriate for secondary Merkel Cell Carcinoma. You will instead need to use the 209.75 Secondary Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
The 209.75 is actually used for several instances which include:
- Nodal presentation
- secondary Merkel Cell, any site
- unknown primary site
Dermatology & Dermatopathology Opportunity in Beautiful Jacksonville Florida
There is an excellent position for the available in Jacksonville, Florida located in Northeast Florida. This is a Dermatology/Dermatopathology position that requires a double boarded or eligible Dermatologist to split their time between General Dermatology or Surgery and Dermatopathology. There are approximately 60-80 slides to read 3 days per week with volume expected to increase as two more associates are joining in the next 18 months.This is a position is offering full benefits and a very high starting salary with a lucrative bonus opportunity. Partnership track is available for the right individual.
To find out more about this position and other Dermatopathology, Dermatology, or Mohs Surgery positions, email DermatologyJobs@pwomail.com
Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Needed in Beautiful Naples Area
There is an excellent position available with one of our clients in Beautiful Naples/Fort Meyers Florida. This is with an established practice and will provide the right candidate with a great practice setting and quality of life. The opportunity provides the nurse practitioner with the ability to practice independently and make a great living doing so. Excellent salary package and full benefits.
Find out more today by emailing dermatologyjobs@pwomail.com or completing the short form below.