Federal regulators are more closely scrutinizing some dermatologic surgery codes, including those that are considered the “bread and butter” for skin cancer repairs. And codes that are deemed misvalued could be cut by as much as one-third by Medicare. Commercial carriers could follow suit.
Modern medicine – dermatologic surgery
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Largest psoriasis meta-analysis to date yields new genetic clues
It’s one of the most common immune-mediated diseases in the U.S., causing red, patchy and scaly marks on the skin.
Eczema / Psoriasis News From Medical News Today
Eczema herpeticum: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
What is eczema, what is the herpes simplex virus, and what is eczema herpeticum? Learn about the treatments available and how it may be prevented.
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AAD 2016 – Skin diseases associated with organochlorine exposures
Andrew T. Patterson, MD sits down with Dermatology Times Editorial Advisor, Elain Siegfried, MD to discuss his 2016 AAD poster, “Skin diseases associated with Agent Orange and other organochlorine exposures.”
Modern medicine – Dermatology Times
Skin Care Q & A: I’ve Tried Everything. Why Do I Still Have Skin Problems?
If natural skin care products aren’t resolving your skin problems, you need to look deeper. The good news is, there is an answer to the problem. And finding it will probably improve your overall health as well as your skin problems.
Skin Care News
High-risk skin cancer needs multidisciplinary management
Immunosuppressed patients have a greater risk for developing high-risk non-melanoma skin cancer, which can typically be more aggressive in this patient population. As such, a multidisciplinary approach is required when contemplating appropriate treatment and management of this patient population.
Modern medicine – dermatopathology
Veteran dermatologist expends impressive energy working with carriers for fair pay
James A. Zalla, M.D., has affected the lives of countless patients during his 43 years of practice as a dermatologist and dermatopathologist. But what many dermatologists might not know is that Dr. Zalla has influenced their practices, too, by working for decades to help ensure fair payment for the specialty’s services.
Modern medicine – dermatopathologist
Skin Care from India – Should We Give It A Try?
Traditional skin care treatment in India would consist of changes in diet and lifestyle along with curative herbs and spices.
Skin Care News
Blood vessels reorganize after face transplants
Cancer therapy shows promise for psoriasis treatment
HDAC inhibitors, already widely used to treat cancer, may be an effective therapy for psoriasis as well, scientists report.
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