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Who is Dr. Chansky, Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA?
Specializing in complex wound repair for patients with radiation skin damage, offering focused clinical care. Dr. Peter Chansky, MD, is a Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA, with a practice that addresses a range of skin-related conditions. He is affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in San Francisco, including California Pacific Medical Center's multiple campuses. With a clinical focus on managing radiation skin damage, acne, sun damage skin conditions, and various other skin concerns, Dr. Chansky performs procedures such as complex wound repair, skin cancer removal, and skin biopsies. His expertise in these areas enables him to provide targeted care to patients with complex skin issues, helping to restore skin health and reduce the risk of further complications. Dr. Chansky's approach is centered on thorough diagnosis and personalized treatment planning. Dr. Chansky is board-certified in his specialty and maintains a practice that serves patients in San Francisco and surrounding areas, including Daly City. He is fluent in Spanish, making his services more accessible to a diverse patient population. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Chansky, and appointments are available for online booking. He accepts a range of insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California, Kaiser Permanente, and Medicare, among others.
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 a Dermatologist like Dr. Chansky typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
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:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Chansky typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- 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
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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 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
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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.
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