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General Dermatology
Philadelphia and Main Line residents do not have to travel far anymore to get world class dermatological and skin care. Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, a leading dermatologist who trained, practiced, and taught dermatology at top medical centers in both Europe and the US is now offering her expertise in a private distinctive setting on the main line.
While teaching dermatology at university hospitals in Germany and the US, Dr. Ringpfeil treated the most difficult skin conditions. In fact, a number of our patients are referred to us from dermatologists in the greater Philadelphia area who rely on Dr. Ringpfeil's expertise.
Dr. Ringpfeil's experience, the highly qualified staff, the state of the art facility, and the quality time we allocate to each of our patients enable us to provide the premium level of service you deserve.
| Patient comments (source: Patient Satisfaction Report) | |
| 2008-07-02 12:00:50 | Doctor is extremely efficient and knowledgeable, and even discussed treatment for another condition -- my oral canker sores -- which nobody had ever mentioned previously. Also, the office is really lovely with nice music, rather than typical office music. |
| 2008-11-26 09:41:44 | Doctor's thoroughness and "bedside manner" (and great blue eyes). |
| 2008-02-05 08:51:00 | Dr was very approachable and answered all questions and didn't seemed rushed as so many are these days. |
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I got Dr. Ringpfeil’s name from the Hailey-Hailey disease yahoo group. Is she experienced in the care of HHD patients?
I have special qualifications in genetic disorders of skin and connective tissue. I have performed extensive research in a number of rare genetic skin diseases including Hailey-Hailey disease, Darier disease, pseudoxanthoma elasticum and cutis laxa. Through my in-depth scientific knowledge, I had the privilege to meet and treat many affected individuals. My expertise in these disorders resulted in a number of peer-reviewed scientific publications as well as text book chapters. In addition, I am listed on the expert panel of F.I.R.S.T. (Foundation for ichthyosis and related disorders) and I am on the advisory board for NAPE (National Aassociation for Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum).
Do you accept insurances?
We accept most insurances.
However, we do not accept the following insurances:
1. AmeriChoice
2. Health Partners
3. HMO of Horizon BCBS of NJ
4. Keystone Mercy
5. Pennsylvania Access
Hi: I was recommended to you by my sister in law. She is very satified with your services.
I would love to have my children and myself to be a patient of yours but unfortunately, you dont accept the insurance I have. I wish you would reconsider and accepted Keystone Mercy and Health Partners this could help alot of children and adults with skin problems. Good dermatologists are hard to find. Also, if you can refer a dermatologist that accept KSM or HP it would be highly appreciated. Thanks PS While filling out the online regstration form the word MISSING is spelled wrong (MESSING)
We apologize that we are unable to accept all insurance plans and for the inconvenience this causes. However, we do accept out of pocket pay. My understanding is that Jefferson University Physicians at Thomas Jefferson University still participate with Keystone Mercy and the UPenn system still provides service for Health Partners.
Hi,
Wondering what the copay with Blue Cross Personal Choice is for your office? I want to have a few moles removed (back) and a full skin check. Thanks
The copay for a specialist office is typically printed on your insurance card. Depending on your contract with Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice, you may have an annual deductable and posibly a co-insurance on procedures. To learn about your contract with your insurance, you may want to contact their insurance customer service.
Please also be aware that some elective procedures are not necessary covered by the insurance.
I am so disappointed that my daugheter’s insurance is not accepted at your practice, because I have heard excellent things about your practice. Do you accept patients that pay out of pocket? If so what is the cost of a general consultation for a child (that has just been diagnosed with eczema at 9 months of age)?
I do accept pay out of pocket. A consultation that includes full body skin examination is indicated in eczema (atopic dermatitis). Our fee for this service is $145.
I am a physician and potential new patient with two sebaceous cysts that I’d like excised.
One is located over my mid-thoracic spine, and the other is in the groin.
Both are benign, uninfected lesions measuring about 1 cm that have been stable for several years.
There is no rash, no adenopathy, and no other associated findings.
Your receptionist stated that she cannot schedule the procedure until you first evaluate the lesions during an office visit to determine how much time to allow for the procedures.
I prefer to avoid a second visit, and another 3-week delay to await a schedule opening, and would like to discuss the specifics with you by phone in order to try to expedite scheduling the procedure.
Thank you for your prompt attention.
-CF
As a physician you understand that scheduling efficiency is paramount to provide excellent patient service. We often perform small procedures during an office visit. Larger procedures must be timed appropriately. If time allotted is too short, other patients scheduled that day may have unnecessary waiting time in the office. If procedures times are too long, waiting time for an appointment increases.
Evaluation is usually necessary to make a diagnosis and assess the need for a procedure. Any surgeon will also discuss the specifics of a procedure such as expectations of outcome and scar formation or other side effects.
When we receive specific requests from referring physicians, we can often accommodate procedures during an initial encounter because of the detail provided and the confidence that benefits and side effects are understood.
Good Evening,
We have a 1 month old daughter with a collection of raised, yet flat skin in the middle of her forehead. We have had one appt at Dupont with a dermatologist who believed that this could be a collection of Milia or a Nevus Sebaceous. We are extremely concerned and becoming increasingly frustrated with the lack of willingness on the part of anyone to commit to a plan of action. Could you help??? We are just looking for an explanation to set some type of expectations. (6 months to get an appt to see anyone at CHOP!!!)
Regards,
Are you familiar with atrophoderma of Pierini & Pasini? My daughter was diagnosed with this and was told there is no treatment at all for this. Is this correct? Thank you.
Atrophoderma of Pierina and Pasini is a rare atrophy causing condition affecting connective tissue. While I am very familiar with it, I admit that there is no consistently effective treatment at this time.
Antibiotic treatment may work to prevent further lesions when diagnosed early. Certain lasers can help with color changes.