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Dr. Melissa Kanack, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kanack, Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Melissa Kanack, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kanack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanack’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanack’s office at (617) 355-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Kanack speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kanack treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kanack 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. Kanack. 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:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cleft Hard and Soft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Palate with Bilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Palate
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Cleft Lip & Palate
    • Unilateral Cleft Lip with Complete Palate Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip with Hard and Soft Palate
    • Complete Palate Cleft with Single Lip Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Single Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip
    • Single Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Lip on One Side
    • Bilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Double Cleft Lip with Palate
    • Complete Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Split Palate
    • Palatoschisis
    • Roof of Mouth Cleft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q375: Cleft hard and soft palate with unilateral cleft lip
    • Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
    • Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
    • Q378: Unspecified cleft palate with bilateral cleft lip
    • Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Bad Bite
    • Underbite
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Misaligned bite
    • Bite problems
    • Dental malocclusion
    • Class III malocclusion
    • Prognathism
    • Crossbite

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M264: Malocclusion, unspecified
    • M26213: Malocclusion, Angle's class III

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Ear Birth Defect
    • Birth Defects
    • Ear Disorder
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Congenital Ear Anomaly
    • Ear Malformation at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q179: Congenital malformation of ear, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Small or Undeveloped Ear
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Microtia Ear Deformity
    • Congenital Small Ear
    • Ear Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q172: Microtia

    Also known as:

    • Facial Birth Defects
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Craniofacial Anomalies
    • Congenital Facial Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q870: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly affecting facial appearance

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face

    Which procedures does Dr. Kanack perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Kanack may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kanack's office.

    Does Dr. Kanack accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kanack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kanack accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kanack 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kanack's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Kanack's Primary Practice

    7920 Frost St Ste 200

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (617) 355-6000

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    Dr. Melissa Kanack's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Melissa Kanack's Practice 3

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Kanack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710373485.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanack?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Kanack's specialty?

    Dr. Kanack is a Plastic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Kanack to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Kanack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kanack is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Melissa Kanack accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Kanack is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Kanack offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kanack's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Kanack?

    Please contact Dr. Kanack's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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