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Dr. William Mortensen, MD

Dermatologist

Reno, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mortensen, Dermatologist in Reno, NV?

    Patients dealing with seborrheic keratosis benefit from an approach centered on skin cancer surgery and targeted intervention. As a Dermatologist in Reno, NV, Dr. William Soren Mortensen MD provides comprehensive care to his patients, addressing a range of skin concerns. With a strong presence in the local community, he is affiliated with top hospitals, including Renown Regional Medical Center. With a clinical focus on managing conditions like seborrheic keratosis, sun damage skin condition, and benign skin growth, Dr. Mortensen employs procedures such as skin cancer surgery, skin lesion removal, and skin cancer treatment to restore skin health. His expertise extends to treating various skin conditions, ensuring patients receive thorough and personalized care. Dr. Mortensen's practice is built on a foundation of accessibility and continuity of care. He accepts multiple insurance carriers, including major providers like Medicare, UnitedHealth Group, and Humana, making his services more accessible to a broader patient base. As an English-speaking provider, he ensures clear communication with his patients. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Mortensen at one of his two locations in Reno, NV. He is accepting new patients, and appointments are available to address a range of skin health concerns.

    What languages does Dr. Mortensen speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mortensen 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. Mortensen. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mortensen 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. Mortensen. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • 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
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    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
    • 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)
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (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

    Also known as:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Does Dr. Mortensen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mortensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 829-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mortensen accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Mortensen in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Renown Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mortensen's office located?

    Dr. William Mortensen's Primary Practice

    500 Damonte Ranch Pkwy Ste 1056

    Reno, NV 89521

    (775) 829-1212

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    Dr. William Mortensen's Practice 2

    6630 S McCarran Blvd Ste A9

    Reno, NV 89509

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mortensen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mortensen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Renown South Meadows Medical Center,Reno, NV
    Banner Churchill Community Hospital,Fallon, NV
    Sparks Family Hospital Inc,Sparks, NV
    Battle Mountain General Hospital,Battle Mountain, NV

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

    Dr. Mortensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700156064.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mortensen?

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

    What is Dr. William Mortensen's specialty?

    Dr. Mortensen is a Dermatologist near Reno, NV.

    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. William Mortensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mortensen is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. William Mortensen accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. William Mortensen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Mortensen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mortensen's office at (775) 829-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Mortensen?

    Please contact Dr. Mortensen's office at (775) 829-1212 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mortensen's office located?

    Dr. Mortensen's office is located in Reno, NV.