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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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kanack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanack’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Kanack typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- Split Palate
- Palatoschisis
- Roof of Mouth 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
- Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Small or Undeveloped Ear
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Microtia Ear Deformity
- Congenital Small Ear
- Ear Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q172: Microtia
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Kanack typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kanack 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Trunk Liposuction
- Liposuction of Torso
- Suction-Assisted Fat Removal (Trunk)
- Body Contouring Liposuction
CPT Codes:
- 15877: Suction assisted lipectomy; trunk
Also known as:
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate Repair Surgery
- Palatoplasty
- Soft Palate Repair
- Hard Palate Repair
- Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42200: Palatoplasty for cleft palate, soft and/or hard palate only
Also known as:
- Primary Cleft Lip and Nose Repair
- Cleft Lip Surgery
- Nasal Deformity Repair (Cleft Lip)
- Unilateral Cleft Lip Correction
CPT Codes:
- 40700: Plastic repair of cleft lip/nasal deformity; primary, partial or complete, unilateral
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
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.
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, 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 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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