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Dr. Catherine Close, MD

Dermatologist

Santa Clarita, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Close, Dermatologist in Santa Clarita, CA?

    Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Catherine Cotterman Close MD is a trusted Dermatologist in Santa Clarita, CA. She provides comprehensive skin care to her patients, with a focus on growth of unknown type management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning. With a clinical focus on managing complex skin conditions, Dr. Close treats a range of concerns including Growth of Unknown Type, Sun Damage Skin Condition, and Dermatitis. Her expertise in procedures such as Skin Lesion Removal, Injection, and Skin Biopsy enables her to provide precise diagnoses and effective treatments. By addressing conditions like Seborrheic Keratosis and Psoriasis, Dr. Close helps patients achieve long-term skin health. Dr. Close is affiliated with top hospitals in the region, including Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center and Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. Her practice is located at 27107 Tourney Rd in Santa Clarita, with an additional location in Panorama City. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Close, who accepts major insurance carriers including Kaiser Permanente and Medicare. Appointments are available at her Santa Clarita office, making it convenient for patients to access quality dermatological care in their local community.

    What languages does Dr. Close speak?

    Dr. Close and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Close typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Close diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Close. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Close typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Close performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Close. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Does Dr. Close accept my insurance?

    Dr. Close accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-7681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Close accept in Santa Clarita, CA?

    Dr. Close in Santa Clarita, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Close's office located?

    Department Of Dermatology

    27107 Tourney Rd

    Santa Clarita, CA 91355

    (323) 783-7681

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    Dr. Catherine Close's Practice 2

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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    What is Dr. Close's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346413143.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Close?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Close

    What is Dr. Catherine Close's specialty?

    Dr. Close is a Dermatologist near Santa Clarita, CA.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is Dr. Catherine Close affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Close is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Catherine Close accepting new patients in Santa Clarita, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Close is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Close offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Close's office at (323) 783-7681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Close?

    Please contact Dr. Close's office at (323) 783-7681 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Close's office located?

    Dr. Close's offices are located in Santa Clarita, CA and Panorama City, CA.