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Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD

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Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2000)

Professional interests include: skin issues

5300 Far Hills Avenue Suite 300
Dayton, OH 45429

(937) 433-7536

Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD is a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD is affiliated with Mercy Health and Mount Carmel Health System.

Office Locations

Mount Carmel Health System

1010 Refugee Road Suite 299
Pickerington, OH 43147

(614) 947-1716

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Mercy Health

2359 East Main Street
Bexley, OH 43209

(614) 664-5925

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Mount Carmel Health System

5300 Far Hills Avenue Suite 300
Dayton, OH 45429

(937) 433-7536

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Some issues Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD can help you with:

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 (see more mentions in the news)

“This new analysis quantifies a meaningful improvement in both the signs and symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis as well as quality of life for individuals treated with ZORYVE foam," said Matthew...”—"ZORYVE(r) (Roflumilast) Topical Foam, 0.3% Clears Seborrheic Dermatitis in Individuals Who Previously Reported an Inadequate Response to Topical Steroids", WIVB, January 2024

“Treatment-related adverse events occurred infrequently with roflumilast (1.9% vs 4.2% with the vehicle control), Matthew Zirwas, MD, of Dermatologists of Central States in Bexley, Ohio, reported...”—"Topical PDE4 Inhibitor Impresses in Trial of Seborrheic Dermatitis", MedPage Today, November 2021

“The analysis, led by Matthew J. Zirwas, MD, of the Ohio University Heritage College of Medicine in Athens, also revealed that the incidence of new-onset psoriasis in patients with AD treated with...”—"Matthew J. Zirwas, MD, on Development of Psoriasis in Dupilumab-Treated AD", MedPage Today, August 2021

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

removal of skin lesion

skin lesion destruction

skin procedures

In 2023, Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD had a list price for removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), skin lesion destruction (e.g. laser surgery), and skin procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Ohio. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2012 were skin testing, allergy testing, phototherapy (light therapy) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1575
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	160
hospital care	20
inpatient care	20
phototherapy (light therapy)	71
skin testing	1575

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2013 were skin testing, allergy testing, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1142
diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	148
hospital care	24
inpatient care	24
skin testing	1142

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	12
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2013

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2014 were skin testing, allergy testing and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1199
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	141
skin testing	1199

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2014

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2015 were skin testing, allergy testing, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1226
diagnostic procedures	87
doctor visit	363
nursing home care	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	84
skin procedures	84
skin testing	1226

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	280
Female	358

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	548
Black	52
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	274
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	100
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2015

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2016 were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	2263
diagnostic procedures	148
doctor visit	758
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	157
skin procedures	157
skin testing	2263

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	157
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	335
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	201
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	41
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2016

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2017 were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1128
diagnostic procedures	118
doctor visit	616
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	138
skin procedures	138
skin testing	1128

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	159
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	303
Black	21
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	37
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2017

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Dementia	4
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2018 were skin testing, allergy testing, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1333
diagnostic procedures	58
doctor visit	433
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	53
skin procedures	53
skin testing	1333

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	145

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	221
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	157
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	24
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2018

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2019 were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	2794
doctor visit	358
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	52
skin procedures	52
skin testing	2794

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	139

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	202
Black	19
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	16
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2019

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2020 were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1447
doctor visit	315
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	107
skin procedures	107
skin testing	1447

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	180
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2020

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2021 were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	1999
doctor visit	278
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	63
skin procedures	63
skin testing	1999

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	152
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	14
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2021

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	139
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	47
skin procedures	47

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH during 2023 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	109
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	36
skin procedures	36

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	47

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD treated as a dermatologist in Pickerington, OH were skin testing, allergy testing, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

allergy testing	1610
diagnostic procedures	65
doctor visit	318
hospital care	22
inpatient care	22
nursing home care	18
phototherapy (light therapy)	71
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	81
skin procedures	81
skin testing	1610

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	12
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	190
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	53
85 and over	20
Less than 65	24
65 to 74	119

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD From 2012 - 2023

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

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	10
Dementia	4

Education & Training

Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2000. He completed residency at UPMC Presbyterian. He is certified by the Dermatology, Dermatology, American Board and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2000)

Residency: UPMC Presbyterian (2004)

Board Certification: Dermatology, Dermatology, American Board (2004)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mercy Health

Mount Carmel Health System

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Medicaid, Payer Provider, Medicare OH and CIN-MHS NON-MSSP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Medicaid

Payer Provider

Medicare OH

CIN-MHS NON-MSSP

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$869,352 DUPIXENT $630,977	DUPIXENT DUPILUMAB INJECTION $237,553	$822
GENZYME CORPORATION	$789,650 DUPIXENT $626,104	ATOPIC DERMATITIS - DISEASE $96,363	DERMATITIS - DISEASE $47	$67,136
AbbVie Inc.	$331,239 Rinvoq $328,737	Skyrizi $1,622	Humira $98	$781
Incyte Corporation	$282,147 OPZELURA $275,548	$6,599
LEO Pharma Inc.	$239,648 ADBRY $208,076	PICATO $69	ENSTILAR $19	$31,484
Other	$883,309 VTAMA $138,098	OLUMIANT $88,253	CIBINQO $86,312	XOLAIR $71,473	LITFULO $50,107	Other $449,066

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$2,604,787
Consulting Fee	$366,613
Travel and Lodging	$358,131
Food and Beverage	$54,971
Honoraria	$5,435
Other	$5,408

Research Payments

Dr. Matthew James Zirwas, MD has received 841 research payments totaling $3,162,578.

Biography

Dr. Matthew Zirwas practices dermatology (skin disorders). Areas of particular interest for Dr. Zirwas include skin issues. He can take Medicaid insurance. Dr. Zirwas attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at UPMC Presbyterian. He is affiliated with Mount Carmel Health System and Mercy Health. He has an open panel in Dayton, OH according to Mercy Health.