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Dr. Teresa Soriano, MD

Dr. Teresa Soriano, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Soriano, Dermatologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Santa Monica is a hub for those seeking expert dermatological care, with Dr. Teresa Tabora Soriano MD, a Dermatologist in Santa Monica, CA, offering comprehensive skin health services. Her practice, located at 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, focuses on sun damage skin condition management through skin cancer surgery, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning. Patients often seek Dr. Soriano for conditions such as Sun Damage Skin Condition, Growth of Unknown Type, and Skin Cancer. Her expertise extends to treating Basal Cell Carcinoma and managing patients with a Personal History of Skin Cancer. Dr. Soriano's procedural skills include Skin Cancer Surgery, Skin Cancer Treatment, and Wound Repair, ensuring that patients receive thorough care for their skin health needs. By performing Skin Biopsy and Skin Lesion Removal, she provides accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. Dr. Soriano's medical education background includes graduating from the University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology, demonstrating her expertise in dermatological care. Her affiliations with top hospitals such as Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center and Providence Saint John's Health Center further underscore her commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Dr. Soriano is accepting new patients and speaks Tagalog, making her services more accessible to a diverse patient population. She participates in multiple insurance networks, including Blue Shield of California, Cigna Group, and Medicare. New patients can schedule a visit by contacting her practice directly.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca

    Is Dr. Soriano board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Teresa Soriano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Soriano speak?

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

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Soriano typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Soriano 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. Soriano. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • 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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Soriano typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Soriano 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. Soriano. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Does Dr. Soriano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Soriano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-6911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Soriano accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Soriano in Santa Monica, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Soriano's office located?

    Dr. Teresa Soriano's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 825-6911

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

    Dr. Soriano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629158217.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soriano?

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

    What is Dr. Teresa Soriano's specialty?

    Dr. Soriano is a Dermatologist near Santa Monica, 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. Teresa Soriano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Soriano is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Teresa Soriano accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Teresa Soriano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Teresa Soriano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Soriano's office at (310) 825-6911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Teresa Soriano?

    Please contact Dr. Soriano's office at (310) 825-6911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Soriano have?

    Dr. Teresa Soriano is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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