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Dr. Amy Gagnon, MD

Dermatologist

Cary, NC

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gagnon, Dermatologist in Cary, NC?

    Board-certified in dermatology, Dr. Amy Lenfestey Gagnon MD is a trusted dermatologist in Cary, North Carolina, providing comprehensive skin care to her local community. With a practice centered in Cary and an additional location in Chapel Hill, she serves patients across the region. With a clinical focus on managing benign skin growths, sun damage, and various skin conditions, Dr. Gagnon combines precision and personalized care to address her patients' unique needs. She frequently performs skin lesion removal and skin biopsies to diagnose and treat conditions such as seborrheic keratosis and other skin abnormalities, aiming to restore skin health and prevent future issues. As a dermatologist affiliated with top hospitals like Wakemed Cary Hospital and Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Dr. Gagnon brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. Her insurance coverage includes major carriers such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna Group, and Humana, making her services accessible to a broad patient base. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Gagnon, who is accepting new patients. Appointments are available at her Cary location, and patients can also reach out to her Chapel Hill office for care.

    What languages does Dr. Gagnon speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gagnon 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. Gagnon. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Gagnon typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gagnon 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. Gagnon. 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

    Does Dr. Gagnon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gagnon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 401-1994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gagnon accept in Cary, NC?

    Dr. Gagnon in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

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    Where is Dr. Gagnon's office located?

    Dr. Amy Gagnon's Primary Practice

    110 Preston Executive Dr Ste 108

    Cary, NC 27513

    (919) 401-1994

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    Dr. Amy Gagnon's Practice 2

    2238 Nelson Hwy Ste 100

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Amy Gagnon?

    Dr. Gagnon has appointments available at her Cary, NC office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Gagnon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386901684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gagnon?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Gagnon's specialty?

    Dr. Gagnon is a Dermatologist near Cary, NC.

    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. Amy Gagnon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gagnon is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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

    When to see a Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Amy Gagnon accepting new patients in Cary, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Gagnon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Gagnon offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gagnon, or call (919) 401-1994 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Gagnon?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gagnon, or call (919) 401-1994 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Gagnon's office located?

    Dr. Gagnon's offices are located in Cary, NC and Chapel Hill, NC.