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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chock, Dermatologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Monika Chock is a trusted Dermatologist in Pleasanton, CA, providing comprehensive skin care to her community through precise procedural techniques and personalized treatment planning. She maintains practices in Pleasanton, Los Altos, and Monterey, making her accessible to patients across the region. Patients often seek Dr. Chock for conditions such as Sun Damage Skin Condition, Benign Skin Growth, and Acne. Her clinical expertise centers on managing these common skin issues through procedures like Skin Lesion Removal, Skin Biopsy, and Skin Surgery, ensuring patients receive effective and tailored care. By combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, Dr. Chock helps patients achieve optimal skin health and address their specific concerns. Dr. Chock's affiliation with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, a top-ranked institution in California, underscores her commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Her broad insurance coverage, including major carriers like Blue Shield of California and Kaiser Permanente, makes her services more accessible to a wider range of patients. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Chock, who is currently accepting new patients. Appointments are available at her Pleasanton office, and patients can also reach out to her offices in Los Altos and Monterey for care.
What languages does Dr. Chock speak?
Dr. Chock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Chock typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chock 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. Chock. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Chock typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chock 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. Chock. 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
- 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
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)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
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:
- 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. Chock accept my insurance?
Dr. Chock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chock accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Chock in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chock's office located?
Dr. Monika Chock also offers virtual visits
Dr. Monika Chock's Primary Practice
5575 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 220
Pleasanton, CA 94588
What is Dr. Chock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356668735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chock
What is Dr. Monika Chock's specialty?
Dr. Chock is a Dermatologist near Pleasanton, CA.
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 this Dr. Monika Chock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chock is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Monika Chock accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Monika Chock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monika Chock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chock's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monika Chock?
Please contact Dr. Chock's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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