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Dr. Laura Destefano, DO

Cape Coral, FL

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    Who is Dr. Destefano, Dermatologist in Cape Coral, FL?

    Dr. Laura Destefano, DO is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Cape Coral, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Destefano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Destefano’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Destefano’s office at (239) 652-1800.

    What languages does Dr. Destefano speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Destefano treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Destefano 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. Destefano. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • BCC on Right Arm
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
    • Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
    • Right Upper Limb BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm BCC
    • Shoulder BCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder

    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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L853: Xerosis cutis

    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:

    • Skin Cancer Screening
    • Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mole Check
    • Dermatology Screening
    • Melanoma Screening
    • Skin Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Destefano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Destefano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 652-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Destefano accept in Cape Coral, FL?

    Dr. Destefano in Cape Coral, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • New York Life

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Destefano's office located?

    Dr. Laura Destefano's Primary Practice

    2489 Diplomat Pkwy E

    Cape Coral, FL 33909

    (239) 652-1800

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    Dr. Laura Destefano's Practice 2

    2484 Caring Way Unit C

    Pt Charlotte, FL 33952

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    Dr. Laura Destefano's Practice 3

    163 N Brevard Ave

    Arcadia, FL 34266

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

    Dr. Destefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003145087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Destefano?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Destefano's specialty?

    Dr. Destefano is a Dermatologist near Cape Coral, FL. 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. Destefano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Destefano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Destefano is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: C.w. Bill Young Department Of Veterans Affairs 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

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    Is Laura Destefano accepting new patients in Cape Coral, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Destefano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Destefano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (239) 652-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Destefano?

    Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (239) 652-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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