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Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD

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Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)

Professional interests include: skin issues

50 Staniford Street Suite 200
Boston, MA 02114

(617) 726-2914

Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD is a dermatologist in Boston, MA specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD is affiliated with Nantucket Cottage Hospital.

Office Locations

50 Staniford Street Suite 200
Boston, MA 02114

(617) 726-2914

(617) 724-2135

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57 Prospect Street
Nantucket, MA 02554

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Some issues Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, 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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2012 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	292
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	132
skin procedures	132

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	404
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	146
skin procedures	146

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	152

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	49
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2013

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	17
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2014 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	92
doctor visit	466
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	252
skin procedures	252

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	339
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	126
85 and over	60
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2014

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	14
Dementia	8
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	75
doctor visit	481
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	284
skin procedures	284

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	374
Female	386

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	712
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	320
From 75 to 84	268
85 and over	122
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2015

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Dementia	6
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	71
doctor visit	446
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	307
skin procedures	307

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	342
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	156
From 75 to 84	130
85 and over	52
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2016

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	15
Dementia	7
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	61
doctor visit	436
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	253
skin procedures	253

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	172
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	324
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	53
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2017

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	17
Dementia	7
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	81
doctor visit	481
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	222
skin procedures	222

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	200
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	369
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	194
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	49
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2018

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	14
Dementia	7
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	494
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	276
skin procedures	276

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	389
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	137
85 and over	59
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2019

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	16
Dementia	7
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	424
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	257
skin procedures	257

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	199

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	364
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	145
85 and over	55
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	16
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	658
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	395
skin procedures	395

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	277
Female	270

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	512
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	224
From 75 to 84	200
85 and over	84
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2021

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	16
Dementia	6
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	739
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	444
skin procedures	444

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	318
Female	294

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	563
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	263
From 75 to 84	228
85 and over	82
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	4
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2023 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	841
injections	30
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	532
skin procedures	532

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	358
Female	329

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	639
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	282
From 75 to 84	279
85 and over	95
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2023

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	18
Dementia	3
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA during 2024 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	768
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	430
skin procedures	430

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	355
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	604
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	274
85 and over	90
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD in 2024

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	3
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated as a dermatologist in Boston, MA were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and injections.

diagnostic procedures	69
doctor visit	533
injections	30
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	302
skin procedures	302

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD.

**Gender**
Male	226
Female	221

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	396
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	11

**Age**
75 to 84	163
85 and over	65
Less than 65	26
65 to 74	191

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	15
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	5
Cancer	17

Education & Training

He completed residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is certified by the Board Certification: Dermatology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

Board Certification: Board Certification: Dermatology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Boston, MA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG	$10,950 $10,950
Takeda Pharmaceuticals International, Inc.	$7,288 $7,288
CSL Behring	$6,478 $6,478
Stryker Corporation	$5,940 None $5,940
Becton, Dickinson and Company	$5,404 $5,404
Other	$8,936 Alere Cholestech LDX $1,400	Low Acuity Vitals $96	Otezla $45	$7,395

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$32,245
Honoraria	$4,930
Travel and Lodging	$3,855
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$3,500
Food and Beverage	$466

Research Payments

Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $20,250.

Biography

Dr. Joseph Kvedar's specialty is pediatric dermatology. Clinical interests for Dr. Kvedar include moles and melanoma. Dr. Kvedar has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He is in-network for several insurance carriers, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Coventry, and Viant. Dr. Kvedar attended medical school at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School. He is professionally affiliated with Nantucket Cottage Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital.