EverydayHealthLogo
PC

Dr. Peter Chansky, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chansky, Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Peter Chansky, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chansky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chansky’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chansky’s office at (415) 387-8007.

    What languages does Dr. Chansky speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chansky treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chansky 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. Chansky. 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:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts
    • Acne breakouts
    • Zits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris
    • L708: Other acne

    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 Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cysts
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair follicle cysts
    • Dermal cysts
    • Subcutaneous cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L638: Other alopecia areata

    What procedures does Dr. Chansky perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chansky 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. Chansky. 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:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    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

    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

    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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Does Dr. Chansky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chansky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 387-8007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chansky accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Chansky in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Chansky's office located?

    Dr. Peter Chansky's Primary Practice

    3838 California St Rm 610

    San Francisco, CA 94118

    (415) 387-8007

    Get Directions

    Dr. Peter Chansky's Practice 2

    1800 Sullivan Ave Rm 403

    Daly City, CA 94015

    (650) 994-3238

    Get Directions

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Peter Chansky?

    Dr. Chansky has appointments available at his San Francisco, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Chansky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356846588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chansky?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Chansky's specialty?

    Dr. Chansky is a Dermatologist near San Francisco, 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. Chansky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Chansky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chansky is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Peter Chansky accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Chansky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Chansky offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chansky, or call (415) 387-8007 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Chansky?

    Please contact Dr. Chansky's office at (415) 387-8007 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Dermatologist Near San Francisco, CA

    AH

    Dermatologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Francisco, CA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Francisco, CA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Francisco, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists