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Dr. Kathryn Kent, MD

Vallejo, CA

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    Who is Dr. Kent, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Kathryn Kent, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kent graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Kent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office at (707) 643-5785.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kent?

    Dr. Kathryn Kent, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kent empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Mohs Surgery, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Vallejo/CA community, Dr. Kent is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Joh | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kent speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kent treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    What procedures does Dr. Kent perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 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
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    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

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 643-5785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Vallejo, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Kent's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Kent's Primary Practice

    2290 Sacramento St

    Vallejo, CA 94590

    (707) 643-5785

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    Dr. Kathryn Kent's Practice 2

    3443 Villa Ln Ste 10

    Napa, CA 94558

    (707) 927-3508

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

    Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811159387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Kent's specialty?

    Dr. Kent is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Vallejo, 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. Kent to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathryn Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kent is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kathryn Kent accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Kent is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Kent offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (707) 643-5785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Kent?

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (707) 643-5785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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