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Dr. Shinya Amano, MD

Dermatologist

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amano, Dermatologist in Portland, ME?

    With years of clinical experience under his belt, Dr. Shinya Amano MD is a trusted Dermatologist in Portland, ME. Patients dealing with benign skin growth benefit from an approach centered on skin lesion removal and targeted intervention. His practice focuses on addressing a range of skin concerns, from benign growths to more complex conditions like skin cancer. Patients often seek Dr. Amano for conditions such as benign skin growth, skin condition, growth of unknown type, sun damage skin condition, and skin cancer. His expertise in procedures like skin lesion removal, skin imaging, and injection helps patients achieve optimal skin health. By combining these treatments with a patient-centered approach, Dr. Amano ensures comprehensive care for his patients. As a medical professional with a strong presence in Maine, Dr. Amano is affiliated with top hospitals in the region, including Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland and Northern Light Mercy Hospital. His practice is conveniently located at 22 Bramhall St in Portland, with additional locations in Biddeford, ME, and North Conway, NH. Dr. Amano accepts new patients and works with a variety of insurance carriers, including major providers like Medicare and UnitedHealth Group. By providing accessible care to his patients in Portland, Biddeford, and beyond, he has established himself as a trusted healthcare resource in the region.

    What languages does Dr. Amano speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Amano 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. Amano. 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:

    • 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 Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type
    • Tumor of uncertain nature
    • Lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified

    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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Amano 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. Amano. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Vascular Lesion Destruction
    • Cutaneous Lesion Removal
    • Laser Skin Treatment
    • Skin Growth Removal
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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)
    • 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
    • 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:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Confocal Microscopy
    • RCM Skin Scan
    • Reflectance Confocal Microscopy
    • Skin Cancer Imaging
    • Cellular Skin Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 96931: Reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) for cellular and sub-cellular imaging of skin; image acquisition and interpretation and report, first lesion

    Does Dr. Amano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amano accept in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Amano in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Point32Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Amano's office located?

    Dr. Shinya Amano's Primary Practice

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

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    Dr. Shinya Amano's Practice 2

    3073 White Mountain Hwy

    North Conway, NH 03860

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    Dr. Shinya Amano's Practice 3

    1 Medical Center Dr

    Biddeford, ME 04005

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

    Dr. Amano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184006108.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amano?

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

    What is Dr. Shinya Amano's specialty?

    Dr. Amano is a Dermatologist near Portland, ME.

    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. Shinya Amano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amano is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Biddeford, Northern Light Eastern Maine 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. Shinya Amano accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Shinya Amano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shinya Amano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amano's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shinya Amano?

    Please contact Dr. Amano's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amano's office located?

    Dr. Amano's offices are located in Portland, ME, North Conway, NH, and Biddeford, ME.