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Dr. Frank Santoro, MD

Dermatologist

Cheshire, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santoro, Dermatologist in Cheshire, CT?

    Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Frank Santoro MD is a trusted Dermatologist in Cheshire, CT. He provides comprehensive skin care to patients across the region, with additional practice locations in Farmington and Hartford. Dr. Santoro's clinical expertise centers on treating complex skin issues, particularly those related to sun damage and skin conditions. His approach combines wound repair and targeted interventions to restore skin health. He frequently performs procedures such as wound repair, skin lesion removal, and skin cancer removal to address various skin concerns. By doing so, he helps patients achieve optimal outcomes and reduces the risk of future skin problems. His patients often present with sun damage skin conditions, skin conditions, and benign skin growths, which he addresses through a combination of surgical and non-surgical treatments. Throughout his career, Dr. Santoro has maintained strong affiliations with top hospitals in Connecticut, including The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus and Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven. This network enables him to provide seamless care to his patients, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment outcomes. His broad insurance coverage, including major carriers like Cigna Group, Humana, and Medicare, makes his services accessible to a wide range of patients. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Santoro, as he is accepting new patients. Appointments are available at his Cheshire office, located at 1781 Highland Ave Ste 106.

    What languages does Dr. Santoro speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Santoro 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. Santoro. 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous growth on face
    • Facial skin lesion
    • Benign facial mass
    • Facial skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2330: Other benign neoplasm of skin of unspecified part of face

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Santoro 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. Santoro. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • 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 Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
    • Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
    • Injections for Skin Growths
    • Steroid Injections for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions

    Does Dr. Santoro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 271-2120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santoro accept in Cheshire, CT?

    Dr. Santoro in Cheshire, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Santoro's office located?

    Dr. Frank Santoro's Primary Practice

    1781 Highland Ave Ste 106

    Cheshire, CT 06410

    (203) 271-2120

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    Dr. Frank Santoro's Practice 2

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 260

    Farmington, CT 06032

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    Dr. Frank Santoro's Practice 3

    80 Seymour St

    Hartford, CT 06106

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

    Dr. Santoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578799771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santoro?

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

    What is Dr. Frank Santoro's specialty?

    Dr. Santoro is a Dermatologist near Cheshire, CT.

    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 Dr. Frank Santoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santoro is affiliated with The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, Hartford Healthcare Manchester Memorial Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, Ct, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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

    When to see a Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Frank Santoro accepting new patients in Cheshire, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Santoro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Santoro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (203) 271-2120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Santoro?

    Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (203) 271-2120 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Santoro's office located?

    Dr. Santoro's offices are located in Cheshire, CT, Farmington, CT, and Hartford, CT.