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Dr. Aashish Taneja, MD

Dermatologist, Dermatopathologist

Loves Park, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taneja, Dermatologist in Loves Park, IL?

    Dr. Aashish Taneja MD, a dermatologist in Loves Park, IL, has built a clinical practice centered on treating complex skin conditions with a particular emphasis on skin cancer surgery and related techniques. His expertise in managing various dermatological conditions has earned him affiliations with top hospitals, including Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga and Parkwest Medical Center. Patients often seek Dr. Taneja for conditions such as Skin Condition, Radiation Skin Damage, and Sun Damage Skin Condition. His treatment approach involves procedures like Skin Cancer Surgery, Wound Repair, and Skin Cancer Treatment, aiming to restore skin health and minimize recurrence risk. By addressing a range of skin concerns, from benign growths to advanced skin cancer, Dr. Taneja provides comprehensive care to his patients. With his background in dermatology and dermatopathology, Dr. Taneja is well-equipped to diagnose and treat complex skin conditions. He is board-certified and accepts new patients, with insurance coverage including major carriers like Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. Dr. Taneja serves the Loves Park community, providing accessible dermatological care to those in need. His practice is located at 7402 E Riverside Blvd, making him a local resource for skin health management.

    What languages does Dr. Taneja speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Taneja 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. Taneja. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Taneja 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. Taneja. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Complex Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure
    • Surgical Skin Repair
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Does Dr. Taneja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taneja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taneja accept in Loves Park, IL?

    Dr. Taneja in Loves Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • St Francis Health System & St John Health System

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taneja's office located?

    Dr. Aashish Taneja's Primary Practice

    7402 E Riverside Blvd

    Loves Park, IL 61111

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    What hospitals are Dr. Taneja affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Taneja has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
    Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN

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

    Dr. Taneja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992907893.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taneja?

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

    What is Dr. Aashish Taneja's specialty?

    Dr. Taneja is a Dermatologist near Loves Park, IL.

    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 Dr. Aashish Taneja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taneja is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Parkwest Medical Center 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 Dr. Aashish Taneja accepting new patients in Loves Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Aashish Taneja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aashish Taneja offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taneja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aashish Taneja?

    Please contact Dr. Taneja's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taneja's office located?

    Dr. Taneja's office is located in Loves Park, IL.