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Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD

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Specializes in: Surgical Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology

University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: skin issues

569 W Lancaster Avenue
Haverford, PA 19041

(610) 525-5250

Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD is a surgical dermatologist in Haverford, PA specializing in surgical dermatology and pediatric dermatology. She graduated from University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and RINGPFEIL ADVANCED DERMATOLOGY PC.

Office Locations

Address:

569 W Lancaster Avenue
Haverford, PA 19041

Address:

569 W. Lancaster Avenue
Lower Merion Township, PA 19041

Some issues Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, 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)

“Center City dermatologist Franziska Ringpfeil predicts an uptick in the use of topical peptide creams that effectively break down old collagen and stimulate growth of elastins and collagen for...”—"Here are the lifestyle trends that will impact you in 2018 | Elizabeth Wellington", Philadelphia Inquirer, January 2018

“Franziska Ringpfeil, a dermatologist in Haverford who does a few earlobeplasties a month, said, "We're not talking about face-lifts.”—"Stretched earlobes lead to trend in corrective surgery", Philadelphia Inquirer, December 2014

“The old technology works the same way, but leaves behind cobblestones compared with the sandlike results of the picosecond laser, said Franziska Ringpfeil of Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology in...”—"Disappearing ink", Philadelphia Inquirer, July 2014

diagnostic procedures	121
doctor visit	685
phototherapy (light therapy)	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	279
skin procedures	317

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	263

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	396
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	248
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	42
Less than 65	26

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	159
doctor visit	693
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	308
skin procedures	307

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	290

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	414
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	260
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	61
Less than 65	21

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	173
doctor visit	778
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	325
skin procedures	324

**Gender**
Male	352
Female	610

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	850
Black	52
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	514
From 75 to 84	274
85 and over	128
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	17
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	139
doctor visit	756
injections	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	363
skin procedures	362

**Gender**
Male	183
Female	295

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	419
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	280
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	53
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	148
doctor visit	745
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	340
skin procedures	339

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	313

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	435
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	292
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	52
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	18
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	74
doctor visit	604
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	263
skin procedures	262

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	263

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	354
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	233
From 75 to 84	118
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

doctor visit	552
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	265
skin procedures	264

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	341
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	214
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	31
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	16
Dementia	13
Cancer	11

doctor visit	545
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	233
skin procedures	232

**Gender**
Male	133
Female	245

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	332
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	211
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	16
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	525
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	233
skin procedures	232

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	247

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	329
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	33
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	195
From 75 to 84	134
85 and over	36
Less than 65	13

doctor visit	549
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	212
skin procedures	211

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	263

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	330
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	178
From 75 to 84	157
85 and over	35
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	13
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Haverford, PA were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), diagnostic procedures and phototherapy (light therapy).

diagnostic procedures	135
doctor visit	644
injections	16
phototherapy (light therapy)	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	282
skin procedures	285

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD.

**Gender**
Male	171
Female	304

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	12
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	420
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	17

**Age**
75 to 84	144
85 and over	43
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	262

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD From 2013 - 2022

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

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	11
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD graduated from University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. She completed residency at Jefferson Medical College Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Dermatology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Jefferson Medical College Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Dermatology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

RINGPFEIL ADVANCED DERMATOLOGY PC

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. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Geisinger Health Plan, Keystone Health Plan East, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicaid, Aetna Medicare, CIGNA Commercial, Humana, Keystone 65 HMO, Personal Choice, Medicare FFS, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans and Personal Choice 65.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Geisinger Health Plan

Keystone Health Plan East

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medicaid

Aetna Medicare

CIGNA Commercial

Humana

Keystone 65 HMO

Personal Choice

Medicare FFS

Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans

Personal Choice 65

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Merz North America, Inc.	$2,072 Asclera $572	Xeomin $442	Bio-Cream $38	Lumiere $28	$992
Allergan Inc.	$662 BOTOX COSMETIC $147	$515
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$464 SOOLANTRA $130	MIRVASO GEL $110	EPIDUO $5	EPIDUO FORTE $3	$217
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$181 STELARA $181
Allergan, Inc.	$153 BOTOX $9	$144
Other	$81 COSENTYX $45	$36

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,383
Education	$211
Travel and Lodging	$19

Biography

Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil is a specialist in pediatric dermatology and surgical dermatology in Philadelphia, PA, Lower Merion Township, PA, and Haverford, PA. In her practice, she is particularly interested in skin issues. Dr. Ringpfeil is rated highly by her patients. She appears to be in-network for Blue California, Aetna, Geisinger Health Plan, and more. She studied medicine at the University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Ringpfeil's residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Jefferson Medical College. In addition to English, she speaks German. She is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Jefferson Health reports that she is closed to new patients at this time.