Dr. Frank Winton, MD
Fallbrook, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Winton, Family Medicine Specialist in Fallbrook, CA?
Dr. Frank Winton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fallbrook, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Winton graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Northridge Hospital Medical Center Program. Dr. Winton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winton’s office at (760) 291-6700.
Where did Dr. Winton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northridge Hospital Medical Center Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Winton speak?
Dr. Winton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Winton typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Winton 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. Winton. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Winton typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Winton 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. Winton. 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:
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Skin Conditions
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 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)
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Winton accept my insurance?
Dr. Winton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 291-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Winton accept in Fallbrook, CA?
Dr. Winton in Fallbrook, 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
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Winton's office located?
What is Dr. Winton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Winton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750300315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Winton
What is Dr. Frank Winton's specialty?
Dr. Winton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fallbrook, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Frank Winton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Winton is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Temecula Valley Hospital 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 Frank Winton accepting new patients in Fallbrook, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frank Winton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Winton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Winton's office at (760) 291-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Winton?
Please contact Dr. Winton's office at (760) 291-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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