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Dr. Byron Knowles, MD, PHD

Modesto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knowles, Dermatologist in Modesto, CA?

    Comprehensive skin care is at the heart of Dr. Byron Knowles MD, PHD's practice as a Dermatologist in Modesto, CA, where he has earned recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. With a deep understanding of various skin conditions, Dr. Knowles provides personalized care to his patients. Patients often seek Dr. Knowles for conditions such as Skin Pigmentation Disorder, Sun Damage Skin Condition, and Benign Skin Growth. His clinical expertise includes procedures like Light Therapy to address specific skin concerns, Wound Repair to promote healing, and Skin Lesion Removal to eliminate potentially problematic growths. By combining these treatments with a thorough understanding of each patient's unique needs, Dr. Knowles delivers effective solutions. Dr. Knowles's extensive training and credentials make him a trusted expert in his field. He is certified in Dermatology and has completed advanced education, reflected in his MD, PHD credentials. His practice is located at 600 Coffee Rd in Modesto, with additional locations in the surrounding areas, including another site in Modesto and one in Sacramento. Dr. Knowles is accepting new patients and speaks Vietnamese, making his services more accessible to a diverse range of patients. He participates in multiple insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California, Humana, and Medicare. New patients can schedule a visit by contacting his office directly.

    What languages does Dr. Knowles speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Knowles typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles. 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:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Knowles typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 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:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Knowles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knowles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 550-4710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knowles accept in Modesto, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Knowles' office located?

    Dr. Byron Knowles' Primary Practice

    600 Coffee Rd

    Modesto, CA 95355

    (209) 550-4710

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    Dr. Byron Knowles' Practice 2

    1011 Sylvan Ave Ste C

    Modesto, CA 95350

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    Dr. Byron Knowles' Practice 3

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Knowles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225586662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knowles?

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

    What is Dr. Byron Knowles's specialty?

    Dr. Knowles is a Dermatologist near Modesto, 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. Byron Knowles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knowles is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 Byron Knowles accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Knowles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Byron Knowles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knowles's office at (209) 550-4710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Byron Knowles?

    Please contact Dr. Knowles's office at (209) 550-4710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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