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Who is Dr. Gochnauer, Pediatric Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Heather Gochnauer, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gochnauer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gochnauer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gochnauer’s office at (858) 966-7785.
What languages does Dr. Gochnauer speak?
Dr. Gochnauer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Gochnauer typically treat?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Gochnauer 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. Gochnauer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Gochnauer typically perform?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Gochnauer 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. Gochnauer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
- 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Gochnauer accept my insurance?
Dr. Gochnauer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gochnauer accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Gochnauer in San Diego, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gochnauer's office located?
Dr. Heather Gochnauer's Primary Practice
7910 Frost St Ste 120
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-7785
What is Dr. Gochnauer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gochnauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336777093.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gochnauer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gochnauer
What is Dr. Heather Gochnauer's specialty?
Dr. Gochnauer is a Pediatric Dermatologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Dermatologist do?
With advanced training, a pediatric dermatologist has acquired knowledge in dealing with particular types of skin disorders, focusing mainly on conditions that predominantly impact infants, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Heather Gochnauer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gochnauer is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Heather Gochnauer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Gochnauer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Gochnauer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gochnauer's office at (858) 966-7785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Gochnauer?
Please contact Dr. Gochnauer's office at (858) 966-7785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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