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Dr. James Wendt, MD

Newport Beach, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wendt, Specialist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. James Wendt, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Wendt graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; University Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Wendt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wendt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wendt’s office at (949) 650-3638.

    Where did Dr. Wendt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; University Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wendt board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Wendt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Wendt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wendt treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Wendt 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. Wendt. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • D2262: Melanocytic nevi of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Carcinoma in situ of skin
    • Early Skin Cancer
    • Precancerous Skin Lesion
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm BCC
    • Shoulder BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma
    • BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • BCC on Right Arm
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
    • Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
    • Right Upper Limb BCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • D045: Carcinoma in situ of skin of trunk
    • C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
    • C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
    • C4491: Basal cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Moles
    • Mole on Right Leg or Hip
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Right upper limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right arm
    • Right shoulder spot
    • Right arm mole
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots
    • Right lower limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right leg
    • Right hip spot
    • Right leg mole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
    • D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk

    Does Dr. Wendt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wendt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 650-3638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wendt accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Wendt in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Scan Health Plan

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wendt's office located?

    Dr. James Wendt's Primary Practice

    351 Hospital Rd Ste 601

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 650-3638

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

    Dr. Wendt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104825744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wendt?

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

    What is Dr. James Wendt's specialty?

    Dr. Wendt is a Specialist near Newport Beach, CA. Contact Dr. Wendt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Wendt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wendt is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Wendt accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Wendt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wendt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wendt's office at (949) 650-3638 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Wendt?

    Please contact Dr. Wendt's office at (949) 650-3638 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Wendt have?

    Dr. James Wendt is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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