MOUNTAIN STATE DERMATOLOGY

What MOUNTAIN STATE DERMATOLOGY does

Mountain State Dermatology, operating under the DBA Mountain State Medical Specialties and structured as DOCS, LLC, is a multi-site dermatology practice headquartered in West Virginia. The practice operates 11 clinic locations spanning West Virginia and western Pennsylvania — including Bridgeport, Elkins, Hurricane, Marietta, Morgantown, Parkersburg, South Charleston, Uniontown, Waynesburg, and Wheeling — staffed by 25 or more dermatology providers. Service lines cover medical dermatology for more than 300 skin conditions (including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancers), surgical dermatology (Mohs micrographic surgery, excisions, biopsies, photodynamic therapy), pediatric dermatology, and cosmetic/aesthetic services (Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, CoolSculpting, and laser treatments).

The practice is affiliated with DOCS Dermatology, described as one of the largest dermatology groups in the United States, an arrangement that supplies brand association, access to advanced treatments and technology, and operational scale. Patient-facing technology is limited to conventional channels: a modmedapp.com patient portal, online appointment scheduling, and standard EHR-based communication. Patient financing partnerships with Sunbit and CareCredit support out-of-pocket spend on cosmetic and elective procedures.

The business model is fee-for-service clinical dermatology billed across medical, surgical, and cosmetic encounters, with revenue derived from insurance reimbursement, Medicare/Medicaid, and self-pay. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer at the clinic level, supplemented by physician referrals and the DOCS Dermatology group affiliation. Customer acquisition relies on local presence, community-rooted providers, and online scheduling rather than enterprise sales or platform-level distribution.

Name

MOUNTAIN STATE DERMATOLOGY

Legal name

DOCS, LLC

Website

https://mountainstatedermatology.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mountain State Dermatology (DBA Mountain State Medical Specialties) operates 11 dermatology clinic locations across West Virginia and western Pennsylvania, delivering medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic dermatology services to patients as an affiliate of DOCS Dermatology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer (Dermatologic Oncology) (HLAKACAD), Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Pediatric Dermatology (HLAKACAB), Pigmentary Disorders (Vitiligo/Melasma) (HLAKACAM), Dermaplaning Treatments (HSALADAK), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Medical dermatology services
• Skin cancer treatment
• Mohs surgery
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Aesthetic skin procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Bridgeport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Revenue generated from diagnosing and treating over 300 medical dermatological conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancers. Services include biopsies, excisions, Mohs surgery, and photodynamic therapy. Billed per procedure/service.
2. Cosmetic/Aesthetic Procedures: Revenue from cosmetic dermatology services including Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, chemical peels, laser treatments, CoolSculpting, and laser hair removal. Offered as fee-for-service procedures.
3. Payment Plan Financing: Partnership with Sunbit to offer patients flexible payment plan options, allowing patients to pay over time for services. This expands accessibility to treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Mountain State Dermatology is a multi-location dermatology practice that diagnoses and treats more than 300 medical skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers) and provides surgical and cosmetic procedures such as Mohs surgery, photodynamic therapy, CO2 fractional laser resurfacing, CoolSculpting, Botox, fillers, and laser hair removal. Services are delivered by 25-plus board-certified dermatologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners across 11 clinic locations in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, supported by online scheduling and a patient portal.

Product overview

Mountain State Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatology practice offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services through its network of 11 locations in West Virginia and surrounding areas. As an affiliate of DOCS Dermatology, the practice provides a unified portfolio of services including medical dermatology (treating over 300 conditions including skin cancers, acne, eczema, and psoriasis), surgical procedures (Mohs surgery, excisions, biopsies), and cosmetic/aesthetic treatments (Botox, fillers, laser treatments, Coolsculpting). The practice operates as a single integrated healthcare service model rather than a modular software platform, with services supported by patient portal access and online scheduling capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology Services Comprehensive medical dermatology care covering diagnosis and treatment of over 300 skin diseases including acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers, and various dermatological conditions; includes preventive care, patient education, and self-examination instruction.
• Cosmetic and Aesthetic Services Cosmetic dermatology procedures and products including Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, chemical peels, laser treatments, CoolSculpting, dermaplaning, Latisse, and related services addressing wrinkles, brown spots, excessive sweating, and aesthetic concerns.
• Mohs Surgery Specialized surgical procedure for skin cancer treatment that removes skin layer by layer while preserving surrounding healthy tissue, performed by fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Light-based treatment therapy for precancerous skin conditions and certain dermatological issues.
• CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser treatment procedure for skin rejuvenation and resurfacing, addressing wrinkles, scars, and skin texture concerns.
• CoolSculpting Non-invasive body contouring treatment that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells.
• Botox and Dysport Neuromodulator injectables (Botox and Dysport) for reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
• Facial Fillers Injectable dermal fillers to restore facial volume and reduce wrinkles.
• Laser Hair Removal Laser-based hair removal treatment for long-term hair reduction.
• Biologics and Topical Medications Advanced pharmaceutical treatments including biologic therapies for chronic skin conditions.
• Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology Specialized dermatological care for children and teenagers.
• Skin Cancer Check / Full Body Exam Comprehensive skin cancer screening examinations across the full body.
• Latisse Prescription treatment for inadequate or insufficient eyelashes.
• Dermaplaning Exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells and vellus hair.
• Online Appointment Scheduling Patient-facing online appointment scheduling system for convenient booking of medical and cosmetic appointments.
• Patient Portal Online patient portal for accessing medical records, managing appointments, and communicating with providers.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DOCS DermatologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMountain State Medical Specialties is an affiliate of DOCS Dermatology, one of the largest dermatology groups in the nation. This affiliation provides access to state-of-the-art treatments and technology, guaranteeing top-tier care for every community served.
• SunbitminorOthersDOCS has partnered with Sunbit to provide flexible payment plan options for patients to pay-over-time. This enables patients to access treatments through installment payment options.
• CareCreditminorOthersReferenced healthcare financing option through CareCredit, allowing patients to pay for medical expenses through dedicated healthcare credit cards.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Pinnacle Dermatology: A multi-state dermatology platform with a network of clinics offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Comparable in its multi-site, full-service dermatology operating model and regional clinic strategy.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: A large, PE-backed dermatology group concentrated in the Northeast. Comparable as a multi-location medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology provider with a similar physician-led, multi-site operating model.
• Anne Arundel Dermatology: A large Mid-Atlantic and Southeast dermatology platform offering medical, surgical, and aesthetic services. Comparable in scale, geographic clustering strategy, and dual medical/cosmetic revenue model.
• Forefront Dermatology: One of the largest dermatology practices in the U.S., with a broad network of clinics across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable in scale, service breadth (medical, Mohs, cosmetic, pathology), and multi-state roll-up structure.
• U.S. Dermatology Partners: A large, PE-backed national dermatology platform operating across multiple states. Comparable as a multi-state consolidator offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a similar affiliate/roll-up model and similar service mix (Mohs, general derm, cosmetics).
• Qualderm Partners: A dermatology-focused platform operating practices across the Southeast. Comparable in its affiliated-practice structure, comprehensive service mix including Mohs and cosmetics, and PE-backed growth strategy.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: One of the largest U.S. dermatology groups, offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic services across multiple states. Comparable in service breadth, scale, and dual medical/cosmetic revenue mix.

Direct peers

• DOCS Dermatology: The parent platform of Mountain State Dermatology, operating as one of the largest dermatology groups in the nation. Directly comparable as the operating umbrella, providing access to state-of-the-art treatments, technology, and group-level services to affiliated practices including Mountain State.

Regional players

• Dermatology Associates of West Virginia / Regional Mountain State Dermatology Practices: Smaller, independently operated dermatology practices in the same Mountain State geography that compete for the same patient base and physician talent. They illustrate the fragmented competitive backdrop DOCS/Mountain State is consolidating within West Virginia.
• West Dermatology: A large, regionally concentrated dermatology group operating in the Western U.S. Comparable as a multi-site, full-service medical and cosmetic dermatology provider, though serving a different geography than Mountain State.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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