Dr. Jace Rickstrew

Name: Dr. Jace Rickstrew

Specialty: Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Kansas School of Medicine

Affiliation(s): University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas

Location (City/State): Manhattan, Kansas

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1992209472

About the Doctor

Dr. Jace Rickstrew is a highly educated and prolific medical author specializing in dermatology and dermatologic surgery based in Manhattan, Kansas, with 6 to 10 years of clinical practice in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of skin conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, one of Kansas’s most respected and established medical institutions, and completed his internship in Transitional Year at HCA Healthcare Sunrise Health GME/MountainView from 2018 to 2019, followed by his residency in Dermatology at the University of Kansas School of Medicine from 2019 to 2022, receiving comprehensive dermatological training at a nationally recognized academic medical institution. Dr. Rickstrew currently practices at his clinic located at 4201 Anderson Ave, Suite F, Manhattan, Kansas, and is affiliated with the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City — ranked number 1 in Kansas and recognized as a U.S. News Best Hospital — providing patients with access to the highest level of academic dermatological care available in the state. He holds active medical licenses in Kansas and Texas through 2026 and accepts a comprehensive range of insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Elevance, United Healthcare, AmeriHealth Caritas, HCSC, and Kansas State Medicaid. Dr. Rickstrew is particularly recognized for his expertise in psoriasis and his subspecialty focus in dermatologic surgery. He is also an exceptionally prolific published medical author with an extensive body of dermatological publications, reflecting his deep commitment to advancing the science and clinical practice of dermatology. Telehealth services may be available — patients are encouraged to contact his office for further information. He is currently accepting new patients.

• 6 to 10 years of experience in dermatology and dermatologic surgery
• MD from University of Kansas School of Medicine
• Residency in Dermatology at University of Kansas School of Medicine (2019 to 2022)
• Affiliated with University of Kansas Hospital, ranked #1 in Kansas and a U.S. News Best Hospital
• Expert in psoriasis and dermatologic surgery
• Exceptionally prolific published medical author with an extensive dermatological publication record
• Active medical licenses in Kansas and Texas through 2026
• Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, Elevance, and KS State Medicaid
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School – MD, University of Kansas School of Medicine
• Internship – Transitional Year, HCA Healthcare Sunrise Health GME/MountainView (2018 to 2019)
• Residency – Dermatology, University of Kansas School of Medicine (2019 to 2022)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – Not listed in available source data

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Rickstrew diagnoses and treats a comprehensive range of medical and surgical skin conditions in patients of all ages, with recognized expertise in psoriasis and a subspecialty focus in dermatologic surgery.

• Psoriasis and psoriatic skin disease
• Acne and acne scarring
• Eczema and atopic dermatitis
• Rosacea and inflammatory skin conditions
• Skin cancer including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma
• Precancerous skin lesions and actinic keratosis
• Warts and viral skin infections
• Fungal skin infections and tinea conditions
• Contact dermatitis and allergic skin reactions
• Urticaria and chronic hives
• Seborrheic dermatitis and scalp conditions
• Alopecia and hair loss conditions
• Pigmentation disorders and vitiligo
• Cysts, lipomas, and benign skin growths

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Rickstrew is trained and experienced in a comprehensive range of dermatological diagnostic and surgical procedures, including both medical and cosmetic dermatology techniques.

• Skin Cancer Diagnosis and Surgical Excision
• Dermatologic Surgery and Skin Lesion Removal
• Biopsy and Dermatopathology Evaluation
• Psoriasis Treatment and Management
• Cryosurgery and Cryotherapy for Skin Lesions
• Laser Therapy and Laser Skin Treatments
• Phototherapy for Psoriasis and Other Skin Conditions
• Cosmetic Filler Injections and Injectable Treatments
• Hair and Tattoo Removal
• Acne Treatment and Management
• Wart and Molluscum Treatment
• Cyst and Lipoma Removal
• Patch Testing for Allergic Contact Dermatitis
• Dermatological Consultations and Second Opinions

Services Offered

Dr. Jace Rickstrew offers a comprehensive and academically grounded range of dermatology and dermatologic surgery services at his practice in Manhattan, Kansas, providing patients across the region with expert diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of medical and surgical skin conditions. His affiliation with the University of Kansas Hospital — ranked number 1 in Kansas and a recognized U.S. News Best Hospital — ensures that his patients have access to the most advanced dermatological resources and subspecialty support available in the state.

His medical dermatology services cover the full breadth of common and complex skin conditions encountered in clinical practice. Dr. Rickstrew provides expert evaluation and long-term management of psoriasis, one of his recognized areas of clinical expertise, offering patients comprehensive treatment plans that may include topical therapies, systemic medications, and phototherapy. He also manages eczema, acne, rosacea, urticaria, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and a wide range of other inflammatory, infectious, and immune-mediated skin conditions, tailoring each treatment plan to the patient’s individual clinical presentation and lifestyle.

His dermatologic surgery services address the surgical evaluation and removal of both benign and malignant skin lesions. Dr. Rickstrew performs skin cancer excision, biopsy and dermatopathological evaluation, cyst and lipoma removal, and treatment of precancerous lesions including actinic keratosis. His subspecialty focus in dermatologic surgery ensures that patients requiring surgical intervention for skin conditions receive care from a physician with advanced training and procedural expertise in this specialized area.

His cosmetic and procedural dermatology services include cryosurgery for warts, skin tags, and other lesions, laser therapy for a range of skin concerns, phototherapy for psoriasis and other light-responsive conditions, and cosmetic filler injections for aesthetic enhancement. He also provides hair and tattoo removal services, offering patients access to a comprehensive range of cosmetic dermatological treatments in one convenient location.

• Psoriasis evaluation and comprehensive management
• Eczema, acne, and rosacea treatment
• Skin cancer diagnosis and surgical excision
• Dermatologic surgery and skin lesion removal
• Biopsy and dermatopathological evaluation
• Cryosurgery and cryotherapy
• Laser therapy and laser skin treatments
• Phototherapy for psoriasis and skin conditions
• Cosmetic filler injections and injectable treatments
• Hair and tattoo removal
• Wart and molluscum treatment
• Cyst and lipoma removal
• Patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis
• Pigmentation disorder evaluation and treatment
• Dermatological consultations and second opinions
• Telehealth consultations (contact office for availability)

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• AmeriHealth Caritas – Medicaid, Medicare
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas – EPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts – Medicare, PPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – HMO, POS, PPO
• Cigna – PPO
• Elevance – EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO
• HCSC – HMO
• KS State Medicaid – Medicaid
• United Healthcare – HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO

Patients are advised to contact Dr. Rickstrew’s office directly at (785) 539-4645 to confirm current insurance acceptance and coverage details before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 – Dr. Jace Rickstrew’s Practice Address: 4201 Anderson Ave, Suite F, Manhattan, KS 66503

Phone: (785) 539-4645

Hospital Affiliations

• University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas (current – ranked #1 in Kansas; U.S. News Best Hospital)
• University of Kansas School of Medicine (former – Dermatology Residency, 2019 to 2022)
• HCA Healthcare Sunrise Health GME/MountainView (former – Transitional Year Internship, 2018 to 2019)