What's Included
A brief evaluation, local anesthesia when needed, removal of the tag or tags, control of any minor bleeding, and application of ointment or a dressing, plus simple aftercare instructions. The procedure is usually very quick.
Minor procedures
Skin Tag Removal
Socorro Medical Clinic offers in-office removal of benign skin tags (acrochordons), commonly by snipping, shave excision, electrocautery, or cryotherapy under local anesthesia when needed. This service is for patients bothered by skin tags — a cosmetic concern, irritation from clothing or jewelry, or catching — after we confirm they are benign. We serve patients in Socorro, El Paso, Horizon City, and the surrounding area.
About this service
A clear look at your visit
Know what the visit covers, who it is designed for, and how to arrive prepared.
Who This Is For
Patients bothered by skin tags after clinical confirmation they are benign. Suspicious or atypical lesions are not treated here as simple skin tags — those need biopsy or pathology consideration.
Requirements & Payment
Multiple tags can often be addressed in one visit, subject to practical limits. Aftercare includes keeping the area clean, with a rare risk of infection or minor scarring. Often considered cosmetic and may not be covered unless medically necessary.
Helpful answers
Skin Tag Removal FAQs
Common questions patients ask before scheduling this visit.
Still have a question? Call our team →What does skin tag removal involve?
A brief evaluation, local anesthesia if needed (injection, or none for very small tags), removal of the tag or tags by snipping, shave excision, electrocautery, or cryotherapy, control of any minor bleeding, and a simple ointment or dressing afterward.
Is skin tag removal covered by insurance?
This is often considered cosmetic and may not be covered unless it is medically necessary — for example, if the tag is symptomatic or irritated. Call our office for current self-pay pricing.
Can I have multiple skin tags removed at once?
Often yes, multiple tags can be addressed in one visit, subject to practical limits.
Will a skin tag need to be biopsied?
Suspicious or atypical lesions are not treated as simple skin tags — those need biopsy or pathology consideration first.
What is recovery like?
The procedure is usually very quick. Aftercare includes keeping the area clean, with a rare risk of infection or minor scarring.
Do I need an appointment?
An appointment is strongly recommended. Walk-ins are accepted depending on availability, but scheduled patients are seen first.
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Request a skin tag removal appointment
Tell us a bit about what you need and our Socorro office will reach out.
Prefer to talk now? Call (915) 858-0500.