Drug Development for the Practicing Dermatologist: Have the Best of Both Worlds
Part 2 in a 2 part series.
In medical school and residency, the industry side of medicine is not exactly a topic that gets paid much attention. A few years into my own private practice, the opportunity to learn the process of drug development would come to fruition.
In the first article in this series, I discussed the importance of obtaining a patent and FDA approval. The next step is how to p …
Part 2 in a 2 part series.
In medical school and residency, the industry side of medicine is not exactly a topic that gets paid much attention. A few years into my own private practice, the opportunity to learn the process of drug development would come to fruition.
In the first article in this series, I discussed the importance of obtaining a patent and FDA approval. The next step is how to p … Continue reading "Drug Development for the Practicing Dermatologist: Have the Best of Both Worlds"
Medical codes of ethics have traditionally listed standards of behavior for physicians in their care of patients. The American Medical Association lists nine principles, all of which begin with, “A physician shall…”1 These are formal professional standards and obligations, all related to the agency of the physician.
In their book, “What Patients Teach, The Everyday Ethics of Health Care … 
1. How did you know you chose the right specialty in dermatology?
I have always been a fan of skincare and science; therefore dermatology was a natural choice for me. When I was a young girl I would read all of the biographies about Elizabeth Arden, Helena Rubenstein, Estee Lauder, Charles Revson, Mary Kay and all of the other great skincare entrepreneurs. Biology and chemistry were my favorite … 
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Biopsies
One of the most common codes you will use in dermatology is for skin biopsy. In most cases, you should use 11100 for the first biopsy (shave or punch) and 11101 for each additional biopsy. For example, if you perform five biopsies you would bill 11100 and 11101 with a quantity of four for a total of five. When shouldn’t you use these codes?
- Use shave remo … 