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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Denianke, Dermatopathologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Kwame Denianke, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Denianke completed his residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Dermatology; Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Denianke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Denianke’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Denianke’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Denianke go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Dermatology; Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Denianke board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Kwame Denianke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Denianke speak?
Dr. Denianke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Denianke typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Denianke 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. Denianke. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
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:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
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
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Denianke typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Denianke 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. Denianke. 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 here.
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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- 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
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)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Denianke accept my insurance?
Dr. Denianke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Denianke accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Denianke in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Denianke's office located?
Dr. Kwame Denianke's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 752-1000
What is Dr. Denianke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Denianke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710039938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Denianke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Denianke
What is Dr. Kwame Denianke's specialty?
Dr. Denianke is a Dermatopathologist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Kwame Denianke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Denianke is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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 Kwame Denianke accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kwame Denianke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwame Denianke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Denianke's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwame Denianke?
Please contact Dr. Denianke's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kwame Denianke have?
Dr. Kwame Denianke is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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