Moles and Lesions

The removal of moles or other lesions depends on the nature of the lesion. You would start with a consultation with Dr. Rubinstein or one of our Physician Assistants.

Protruding Moles

Shave excision with or without pathology examination are the most common way to remove the type of lesion which can be felt outside of the surface of the skin. The doctor shaves the mole flush with the skin surface (similar to cutting a mushroom on a stem). This type of removal leaves a flat type of mark which is red for several weeks and then turns into flesh colored flat mole or light brown flat mole, depending on the original color of the mole.* The doctor will advise you, whether or not the mole is expected to re-grow somewhat after several years.

Flat Moles

Liquid Nitrogen treatment, commonly known as “freezing”, is the most common way of removing flat or scaly patches, as well as precancerous flat lesions. The treatment ranges from $112 to $275 depending on the type and number of lesions.  Lesions on the genitals start at $360.   Lesions which may appear on many areas of the body including hands, forearms and chest. This treatment may need to be performed more than once to achieve a cosmetically pleasing result and to avoid white, over-treated spots.* There is a fee for each treatment.

Freckles/Sunspots

IPL treatment is most common for sun spots and superficial sun damage. This treatment, commonly known as PhotoFacial, addresses the entire skin of the face, neck, chest or other areas and helps minimize the cosmetic appearance of brown and red spots and vessels.* Treatments even out the overall skin tone and reduces pore size.* IPL may be combined with Levulan to address multiple precancerous lesions on the face and scalp.*

Three treatments will typically be recommended and package discounts are available.

Seborrheic Keratoses

Seborrheic keratoses (SKs) are noncancerous skin growths. Are you unhappy with the appearance of SKs on you face, neck, chest or back? SKs are spots on the skin that may be flat or raised. They are normally a color that is your skin tone or darker. Flat SKs can appear velvety or shiny in texture. Over time, they may grow or multiply. They may also become thicker and raised with a waxy or rough texture.

Mole and Lesion Removal Cost

Mole removal starts at $200 for LN2 (freezing) or other destruction methods and about $300 each for shave excisions. A dermatologic  consultation is required when the dermatology provider determines and recommends  the removal method based on clinical findings.  Consultation fee starts at $255 for New Patients and $198 for Existing Patients. If the provider recommends to biopsy any lesions, the cost starts at $300 for each biopsy (includes pathologist charges) and differs for various anatomical locations. Additional excision may be required depending on the biopsy results.  Additional cost will be discussed at the time of the diagnosis. We can quote your expected costs prior to any recommended services at your request.  Medical insurance may cover medically necessary services. The annual deductible applies to these minor procedures.  We participate with most PPO plans, so your costs may be significantly lower with medical insurance.

Check out a recent article by Dr. Rubinstein – Could There Be Danger Lurking Inside That Mole On My Skin?

*Individual results may vary; not a guarantee.

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