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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hightower, Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. George Hightower is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hightower is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hightower’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hightower’s office at (858) 966-6795.
What languages does Dr. Hightower speak?
Dr. Hightower and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hightower treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Hightower 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. Hightower. 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.
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Eczema
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Atopic dermatitis
- Allergic eczema
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
Also known as:
- Vitiligo
- Skin depigmentation
- White patches on skin
- Loss of skin color
ICD-10 Codes:
- L80: Vitiligo
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
What procedures does Dr. Hightower perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Hightower 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. Hightower. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Shave Removal of Skin Lesion
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal
- Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
- Shaving Off Skin Lesion (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Epidermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Tag Removal
- Mole Shave Biopsy
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
- Shave biopsy
- Skin tag removal
- Mole shave removal
- Epidermal lesion excision
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
- Epidermal lesion shave
- Dermal lesion removal
- Skin growth shaving
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
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11305: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
- 11300: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11311: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
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:
- 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Also known as:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Does Dr. Hightower accept my insurance?
Dr. Hightower accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hightower accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hightower in San Diego, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hightower's office located?
Dr. George Hightower's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 966-6795
What is Dr. Hightower's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881014652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hightower?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hightower
What is Dr. George Hightower's specialty?
Dr. Hightower is a Dermatologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Hightower to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Hightower affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hightower is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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
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Is George Hightower accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Hightower is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Hightower offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hightower's office at (858) 966-6795 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Hightower?
Please contact Dr. Hightower's office at (858) 966-6795 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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