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Joseph C. Pierson, MD

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Joseph C. Pierson, MD
Dermatologist
Chair, Department of Dermatology
Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Dermatology
General information
Gender: Male
Language: Interpreter Services Available, English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
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About Me

It's a true privilege to care for patients as we strive to improve access to rural areas.

I spent more than two decades as an active-duty military physician, serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and Haiti.

After transitioning to the civilian sector, I dedicated more than 10 years as a residency program director. As department chair, my priority for the team is knowledgeable and compassionate care.


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Insurance Accepted

Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health Network. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.

Dermatology, University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • Coventry Health Care/First Health
  • Delta Dental
  • EBPA
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
  • Medicare*
  • MVP
  • Optum Rx
  • POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
  • St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
  • United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health)
  • Vermont Blue Advantage
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
  • Zelis/Stratose

*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Dermatology, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
  • Aetna
  • Aither (formerly Resolve) / St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Health (Medicare)
  • Beacon (Value Options) (excludes Commercial HMO, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Coventry / First Health / Aetna (excludes HMO, EPO or QPOS)
  • Emblem Health - GHI Family Health
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Exchange products)
  • GEHA - The Affordable Network
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • Highmark Northeastern New York (Highmark NENY) (formerly BSNENY)
  • Humana / Choice Care Network
  • MagnaCare
  • Managed Physical Network (MPN)
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)*
  • Medicare*
  • Multiplan / Private HealthCare Systems (PHCS) / Beech Street
  • MVP
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • TriCare for Life – Skilled Nursing Facility
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United Behavioral Health/Optum
  • United HealthCare
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)

*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Last updated: 11/15/24

Experience

Education & Training
Residency Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Dermatology
Internship Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Doctor of Medicine Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine - Medical Doctor
Bachelor of Science Youngstown State University - Combined Science
Board Certifications

American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology

Research & Academic Interests
  • Impact of Cancer Treatments on Skin
  • Infectious Disease
  • Generalized Pruritus

Patient Ratings & Comments

324 ratings

Most Recent Comments

  • I had melanoma. I am so grateful for the follow-up care I am getting. It couldn't be better.
  • Good answers and good results.
  • All good!
  • Dr. Pierson was excellent
  • Dr. Pierson is wonderful! Excellent physician, prompt follow up. He is the best!
  • Perfect
  • Excellent communication & care advice.
  • Explained my condition in the language I can understand
  • He is great and very personable
  • Dr. Pierson is the best. Very thorough and kind.
  • Dr. Pierson is the best!
  • Very professional and made you feel at ease, friendly
  • Dr. Pierson is extremely compassionate and talented. Last year, he immediately found a problem spot on my back, which did turn out to be a squamous cell.
  • No problems
  • Joseph was great. Best experience with a doctor that I've had in a very long time. Highly recommend him.
  • Procedures were thoroughly explained, and professional.
  • Perfect approach.
  • Sensational! I am grateful for the excellent care I receive! Merci!
  • Dr. Pierson is always professional and compassionate
  • Quick, easy appointment. Knowledgeable and friendly staff
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