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Dr. Smita Awasthi, MD

Sacramento, CA

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    Who is Dr. Awasthi, Pediatric Dermatologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Smita Awasthi, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Awasthi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awasthi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awasthi’s office at (916) 734-6111.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Awasthi?

    Dr. Smita Awasthi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Dermatologist 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. Awasthi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, Eczema, Genetic Disorders-Skin, Vascular Malformations/Birthmarks, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento/CA community, Dr. Awasthi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Awasthi board certified as a Pediatric Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Smita Awasthi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Awasthi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Awasthi treat?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Awasthi 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. Awasthi. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Infantile Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition
    • Baby eczema
    • Childhood atopic dermatitis
    • Infant skin rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
    • L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Congenital Birthmark
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Rashes
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Nevus at birth
    • Mole at birth
    • Congenital melanocytic nevus
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Plantar wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca
    • Foot wart
    • Verruca plantaris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified
    • B070: Plantar wart

    Also known as:

    • Molluscum Contagiosum
    • Skin Infection
    • Water Warts
    • Molluscum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B081: Molluscum contagiosum

    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:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Vitiligo
    • Skin depigmentation
    • White patches on skin
    • Loss of skin color

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L80: Vitiligo

    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:

    • Perioral Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Rash around mouth
    • Facial rash
    • Dermatitis perioralis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L710: Perioral dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    What procedures does Dr. Awasthi perform?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Awasthi 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. Awasthi. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more 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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
    • Cutaneous Lesion Destruction
    • Laser Vascular Lesion Removal
    • Skin Growth Laser Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17107: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); 10.0 to 50.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Awasthi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Awasthi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-6111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Awasthi accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Awasthi in Sacramento, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Awasthi's office located?

    Dr. Smita Awasthi's Primary Practice

    3301 C St Ste 1300

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 734-6111

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    Dr. Smita Awasthi's Practice 2

    2521 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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

    Dr. Awasthi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912107970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awasthi?

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

    What is Dr. Smita Awasthi's specialty?

    Dr. Awasthi is a Pediatric Dermatologist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Awasthi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Smita Awasthi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Awasthi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC Davis 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 Pediatric Dermatologist?

    Explore Pediatric Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Smita Awasthi accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Smita Awasthi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Smita Awasthi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Awasthi's office at (916) 734-6111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Smita Awasthi?

    Please contact Dr. Awasthi's office at (916) 734-6111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Smita Awasthi have?

    Dr. Smita Awasthi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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