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Dr. Monica Maria Romero, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Romero, Dermatologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    In Albuquerque, New Mexico, a city known for its high desert sun, Dr. Monica Maria Romero MD, a Dermatologist, provides expert care to patients with various skin conditions. Her practice, Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center Of Nm, is located at 6200 Uptown Blvd NE Ste 410, where she focuses on sun damage skin condition management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning. Patients often seek Dr. Romero for conditions such as Sun Damage Skin Condition, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Benign Skin Growth. She effectively treats these conditions using procedures like Skin Lesion Removal, Wound Repair, and Skin Biopsy. Dr. Romero's clinical expertise centers on managing sun-damaged skin, removing potentially problematic lesions, and addressing various skin growths, ensuring patients receive comprehensive care. Dr. Romero is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, a top-ranked hospital in the state. She is board-certified in her specialty and accepts multiple insurance carriers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Cigna Group, and Medicare. Her practice also offers care in Spanish, making her services more accessible to a broader patient population. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Romero, as she is accepting new patients. Appointments are available at her primary location in Albuquerque, with additional care provided at 5120 Masthead St NE.

    What languages does Dr. Romero speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Romero 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. Romero. 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:

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

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    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

    Does Dr. Romero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Romero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 243-7546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Romero accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Romero in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Romero's office located?

    Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center Of Nm

    6200 Uptown Blvd NE Ste 410

    Albuquerque, NM 87110

    (505) 243-7546

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    Dr. Monica Maria Romero's Practice 2

    5120 Masthead St NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87109

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

    Dr. Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598804502.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero?

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

    What is Dr. Monica Maria Romero's specialty?

    Dr. Romero is a Dermatologist near Albuquerque, NM.

    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. Monica Maria Romero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Romero is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Monica Maria Romero accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Maria Romero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Monica Maria Romero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (505) 243-7546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Monica Maria Romero?

    Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (505) 243-7546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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