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Who is Dr. Rao, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shikha Rao, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (212) 283-3000.
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Ear
- 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
- C44219: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left ear and external auricular canal
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
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:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
- Skin Condition
- Long-term radiation dermatitis
- Skin damage from radiation
- Non-ionizing radiation skin effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Shikha Rao may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 283-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Rao in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093201162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Shikha Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Sacramento, CA. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shikha Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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 MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
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Is Shikha Rao accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shikha Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shikha Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (212) 283-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shikha Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (212) 283-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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