50 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thacher, Dermatopathologist in Ventura, CA?
Dr. John Thacher, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Thacher graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Dermatology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Thacher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thacher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thacher’s office at (805) 648-6969.
Where did Dr. Thacher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Dermatology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Thacher board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. John Thacher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Thacher speak?
Dr. Thacher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Thacher typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Thacher 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. Thacher. 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:
- 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:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
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
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Thacher typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Thacher 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. Thacher. 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 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
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Thacher accept my insurance?
Dr. Thacher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 648-6969 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thacher accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Thacher in Ventura, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thacher's office located?
Dr. John Thacher's Primary Practice
227 N Dos Caminos Ave
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 648-6969
What is Dr. Thacher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205962032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thacher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thacher
What is Dr. John Thacher's specialty?
Dr. Thacher is a Dermatopathologist near Ventura, 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. John Thacher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thacher is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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 John Thacher accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Thacher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Thacher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thacher's office at (805) 648-6969 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Thacher?
Please contact Dr. Thacher's office at (805) 648-6969 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Thacher have?
Dr. John Thacher is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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