Fox Chapel Dermatology

Office Philosophy

We appreciate your selection of this office to serve your dermatology needs. It is our goal to provide you with the best and highest standards of medical care and most current treatments and technological advances in dermatology. All patients deserve and will be treated with respect and professionalism to foster a caring patient-physician relationship.

Insurance & Office Fees

The office participates in Medicare, Blue Shield, Keystone, Select Blue, UPMC and numerous insurance programs; your insurance will be billed accordingly. If you are an HMO patient and do not have a referral before you are seen by the physician, you are responsible for all fees for the visit. If you have a commercial insurance plan, before you leave the office we will give you itemized receipts to file with your carrier.

Medical Necessity / Cosmetic Procedures

The insurance industry defines a visit or procedure as medically necessary if it is for the purpose of improving your health. Some procedures performed by dermatologists are considered "cosmetic" in nature. All cosmetic procedures are to be paid in full at the time of the visit.

Scheduling Appointments

Office hours are by appointment only. Please specify the exact nature of your visit so that enough physician time will be set aside. If for any reason you must cancel your appointment, please call the office as far in advance as possible. At times, an emergency may arise that would delay your appointment. We ask your cooperation and patience under these circumstances and we will try to give you all the attention required for your scheduled appointment.
When you arrive at the office, please present your insurance cards to the receptionist. It is important that you keep us informed of any changes in your insurance coverage. If your plan requires a referral, please have this processed before arriving for your appointment.

Telephone Calls

We always try to have a friendly live voice answer the telephone. At high volume times we must use an automated telephone system to better route your phone calls and provide you with general information about the practice.