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Dr. Catherine Balestra

Aventura, FL

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    Who is Dr. Balestra, Dermatologist in Aventura, FL?

    Dr. Catherine Balestra is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Aventura, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Balestra graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Balestra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balestra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balestra’s office at (954) 987-7512.

    Where did Dr. Balestra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Balestra speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Balestra treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Balestra 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. Balestra. 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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Lip
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Ear
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma
    • BCC of Lip
    • Lip Skin Cancer
    • Rodent Ulcer of Lip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
    • C4401: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of lip
    • C44219: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left ear and external auricular canal
    • C44212: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right ear and external auricular canal

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • SCC on Right Leg
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
    • Skin Cancer on Right Hip
    • Right Lower Limb SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma
    • BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • Eyelid Skin Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
    • Nasal SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
    • Nose Skin Malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
    • C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C441192: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
    • C44321: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Ear
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44222: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right ear and external auricular canal

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Localized Skin Infection
    • Specific Skin Infection
    • Uncommon Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0889: Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Does Dr. Balestra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balestra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 987-7512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balestra accept in Aventura, FL?

    Dr. Balestra in Aventura, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Balestra's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Balestra's Primary Practice

    20803 Biscayne Blvd Ste 305

    Aventura, FL 33180

    (954) 987-7512

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    Dr. Catherine Balestra's Practice 2

    5310 Clark Rd Ste 201

    Sarasota, FL 34233

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    Dr. Catherine Balestra's Practice 3

    9060 SW 73rd Ct

    Pinecrest, FL 33156

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

    Dr. Balestra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518177013.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balestra?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Balestra's specialty?

    Dr. Balestra is a Dermatologist near Aventura, FL. 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. Balestra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Catherine Balestra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Balestra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Catherine Balestra accepting new patients in Aventura, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Balestra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Balestra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balestra's office at (954) 987-7512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Catherine Balestra?

    Please contact Dr. Balestra's office at (954) 987-7512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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