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Dr. Humberto Gallego, MD

La Mesa, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gallego, Dermatologist in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Humberto Gallego, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Gallego completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Dermatology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gallego is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallego’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallego’s office at (619) 568-8222.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Dermatology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Gallego board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Humberto Gallego, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Gallego speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gallego treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gallego 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. Gallego. 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:

    • 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
    • Thickened Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin hypertrophy
    • Hypertrophic skin disorder
    • Skin thickening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris
    • L709: Acne, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L80: Vitiligo

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Melanoma
    • Melanoma Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Does Dr. Gallego accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gallego accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 568-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gallego accept in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Gallego in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gallego's office located?

    Dr. Humberto Gallego's Primary Practice

    7862 El Cajon Blvd

    La Mesa, CA 91942

    (619) 568-8222

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    Dr. Humberto Gallego's Practice 2

    8701 Cuyamaca St

    Santee, CA 92071

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

    Dr. Gallego's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811074404.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallego?

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

    What is Dr. Humberto Gallego's specialty?

    Dr. Gallego is a Dermatologist near La Mesa, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Gallego to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Humberto Gallego affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gallego is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Humberto Gallego accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Humberto Gallego is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Humberto Gallego offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gallego's office at (619) 568-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Humberto Gallego?

    Please contact Dr. Gallego's office at (619) 568-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Humberto Gallego have?

    Dr. Humberto Gallego is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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