Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saekow, Dermatologist in La Jolla, CA?
La Jolla's picturesque coastal community is home to Dr. Somharn M. Saekow, MD, a Dermatologist with a practice centered on delivering comprehensive skin care. Patients dealing with benign skin growth benefit from an approach centered on skin lesion removal and targeted intervention. As a specialist in Dermatology, Dr. Saekow provides expert care to patients at his practice located at 10820 N Torrey Pines Rd, serving the La Jolla, CA community. Patients often seek Dr. Saekow for conditions such as Benign Skin Growth, Sun Damage Skin Condition, Skin Condition, and Skin Pigmentation Disorder. His expertise in addressing these conditions involves procedures like Skin Lesion Removal, Skin Biopsy, Wound Repair, and Skin Cancer Removal, ensuring patients receive thorough and targeted treatment. Dr. Saekow's clinical focus on managing various skin conditions enables him to provide personalized care tailored to each patient's needs. Dr. Saekow's medical education background includes a Medical Degree from the University Of Colorado School Of Medicine. He has completed residencies at prestigious institutions, including Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr and UC Irvine Medical Center, and is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology. His affiliation with Scripps Green Hospital, a top-ranked hospital in La Jolla, further underscores his commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Dr. Saekow is accepting new patients and speaks Chinese, making his services more accessible to a diverse range of patients. His practice accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California, Humana, and Medicare. New patients can schedule a visit by contacting his office directly.
Where did Dr. Saekow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Dermatology Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University California | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Saekow board certified as a Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Somharn Saekow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Saekow speak?
Dr. Saekow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Saekow typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Saekow 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. Saekow. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Saekow typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Saekow 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. Saekow. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- 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
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
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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Does Dr. Saekow accept my insurance?
Dr. Saekow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8645 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saekow accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Saekow in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthComp
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saekow's office located?
Dr. Somharn Saekow's Primary Practice
10820 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-8645
What is Dr. Saekow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saekow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437269990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saekow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saekow
What is Dr. Somharn Saekow's specialty?
Dr. Saekow is a Dermatologist near La Jolla, 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 this Dr. Somharn Saekow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saekow is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Somharn Saekow accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Somharn Saekow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Somharn Saekow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saekow's office at (858) 554-8645 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Somharn Saekow?
Please contact Dr. Saekow's office at (858) 554-8645 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Somharn Saekow have?
Dr. Somharn Saekow is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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