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Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD

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Specializes in: MOHS-Micrographic Surgery

Boston University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: acne, melanoma, moles, and more.

14 Harwood Court Suite 217
Scarsdale, NY 10583

(914) 472-4100

Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD is a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY specializing in mohs-micrographic surgery. He graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System and Westchester Center for Dermatology.

Office Locations

14 Harwood Court Suite 217
Scarsdale, NY 10583

(914) 472-4100

(914) 472-4105

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Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Skin Grafting

When a large area of skin is too damaged to heal, a skin graft may be used to protect the tissue underneath and reduce scarring. A layer of healthy skin is taken and moved to the injured area, where it is fixed in place. Skin grafts are used to treat burns, infections, large wounds, ulcers, and other significant problems that affect the skin.

There are several different types of skin graft, depending on where the donor skin is taken from:

Autografts, where healthy skin is taken from another place on the patient's body
Allografts, where the donor skin is taken from another person or cadaver
Xenografts, which are harvested from animals and are used temporarily like a dressing to cover a wound
Synthetic grafts, which are made from non-biological materials, like silicone

In all cases, the skin graft may either be full-thickness or partial-thickness. While thicker grafts make recovery more difficult for the donor site, they heal more easily than thinner grafts.

Before skin graft surgery, patients are given anesthesia so they cannot feel any pain. If using an autograft, the surgeon carefully measures and removes the skin from the donor site. Sometimes the graft is cut in a mesh-like pattern, to allow a small piece of donated skin to stretch and cover a larger area. This also helps oxygen pass through the graft. The site where the skin graft will go is cleaned well to remove any dirt, bacteria, or dead skin cells. Then the skin graft is placed and attached with stitches or staples. It is often covered with antibacterial ointment and supportive bandages for the first few days.

As the skin graft heals into its new position, new blood vessels grow to reach and support the skin. Depending on the thickness of the graft, oil glands, sweat glands, and hair follicles may also regrow. Recovery time depends on the thickness of the graft and the overall health of the skin in the grafted area, but it generally takes from two to four weeks.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

In The News

“Despite the pain, there really isn't much danger, says David Kriegel, the director of dermatologic surgery at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.”—"Laser focus", Chicago Tribune, November 2004

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2012 were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	452
diagnostic procedures	239
doctor visit	803
injections	13
phototherapy (light therapy)	26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	727
skin procedures	753
skin surgery	452

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2013 were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	17
cancer surgery	537
diagnostic procedures	308
doctor visit	1366
incision and drainage	17
injections	27
minor procedures	17
phototherapy (light therapy)	23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	990
skin procedures	1013
skin surgery	554

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	329
Female	420

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	682
Black	16
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	411
From 75 to 84	215
85 and over	86
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2013

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	21
Dementia	4
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2014 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	579
diagnostic procedures	314
doctor visit	1319
injections	33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	1058
skin procedures	1058
skin surgery	590

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	327
Female	446

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	682
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	405
From 75 to 84	236
85 and over	96
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2014

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	23
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2015 were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	13
cancer surgery	497
diagnostic procedures	253
doctor visit	1083
incision and drainage	13
injections	26
minor procedures	13
phototherapy (light therapy)	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	875
skin procedures	890
skin surgery	510

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	594
Female	748

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1208
Black	0
Hispanic	38
Asian	0
Other	62
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	712
From 75 to 84	414
85 and over	158
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2015

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	20
Dementia	4
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2016 were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	408
diagnostic procedures	136
doctor visit	490
phototherapy (light therapy)	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	574
skin procedures	595
skin surgery	408

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	318
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	65
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2016

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	427
diagnostic procedures	138
doctor visit	600
injections	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	577
skin procedures	577
skin surgery	427

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	192
Female	191

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	343
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	187
From 75 to 84	126
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2017

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	351
diagnostic procedures	162
doctor visit	650
injections	35
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	544
skin procedures	544
skin surgery	351

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	195

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	355
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	178
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	62
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2018

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	336
doctor visit	616
injections	36
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	526
skin procedures	526
skin surgery	336

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	54
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2019

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, skin surgery and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	59
doctor visit	310
injections	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	119
skin procedures	119
skin surgery	59

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	175
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	97
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	27
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2020

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	538
injections	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	135
skin procedures	135

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	168

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	251
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	39
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2021

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	23
Dementia	4
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	520
injections	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	145
skin procedures	145

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	230
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	38
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated as a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Scarsdale, NY were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin surgery and cancer surgery.

abscess drainage	15
cancer surgery	405
diagnostic procedures	221
doctor visit	754
incision and drainage	15
injections	25
minor procedures	15
phototherapy (light therapy)	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	570
skin procedures	577
skin surgery	409

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	253

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	416
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	7
Other	17

**Age**
75 to 84	144
85 and over	56
Less than 65	22
65 to 74	237

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	4
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Mount Auburn Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

Residency: Mount Auburn Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

Westchester Center for Dermatology

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David A. Kriegel, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
DUSA Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$293 BLU-U Blue Light Photodynamic Therapy Illuminator Model 4170 $254	Levulan Kerastick $39
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$267 EPIDUO FORTE $136	SOOLANTRA $30	MIRVASO $21	EPIDUO $20	$59
Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$258 Synalar Ointment $222	Loprox Cream $20	Clodan Shampoo $16
Merz North America, Inc.	$204 Asclera $204
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$149 JUBLIA $74	RETIN-A-MICRO $28	ONEXTON $24	$22
Other	$717 ENSTILAR $102	DUPIXENT $58	ACZONE $53	xepi $50	LIBTAYO $28	Other $426

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,888

Biography

Dr. David Kriegel specializes in MOHS-micrographic surgery and practices in Scarsdale, NY. Areas of expertise for Dr. Kriegel include basal cell carcinoma, cosmetic treatments, and rosacea. Dr. Kriegel's professional affiliations include Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Health System. After completing medical school at Boston University School of Medicine, he performed his residency at Mount Auburn Hospital. Distinctions awarded to Dr. Kriegel include: New York Super Doctors; Best Doctors, New York Magazine; and Cest Cancer Doctors, Castle Connolly.