Long Island V Beam doctors

Joshua L. Fox, MD Joshua L. Fox, MD
Long Island Dermatologic Surgeon
165 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights
2 answers
Robert H. Gotkin, MD Robert H. Gotkin, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
625 Park Avenue, New York
Felix Kuo, MD Felix Kuo, MD
Long Island Dermatologist
775 Park Avenue Suite 145, Huntington

Recent Answers

Does Insurance Pay for V-Beam for Burns from Radiation Treatments?

I have burn scarring from radiation after breast cancer. Do most insurance companies pay for laser removal of these?

A: Insurance payment for V beam is tricky Every insurance company has their own policy when it comes to unusual requests such as yours. Some will and others won't approve your request. Even if not approved you can appeal at least 2 times. The first appeal is usually within your corporate insurance carrier and the second appeal is from the state. This latter appeal is usually your best chance for success. The more symptoms that you have , and the more disfiguring or life altering your burn is the more likely you will win your case. Incidentally , I have had great success treating burns, scarring, or radiation dermatitis with the V beam and other lasers.
Joshua L. Fox, MD
Long Island Dermatologic Surgeon
Does V Beam Help Scarring?

I was hit on the bridge of my nose about a month ago and now have a small scar that has formed. My dermatologist recommended the V Beam laser to eliminate the scar and I am wondering if this will work or if it is just a ploy to get me in the office for cosmetic type treatments.

A: vbeam helps lessen scars It is unlikely that your dermatologist said that it will eliminate your scar. however, it will help remodel the scar and promote new collagen production. It may require several treatments for maximal results.
Joshua L. Fox, MD
Long Island Dermatologic Surgeon
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