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Dr. Caroline Piggott, MD

La Jolla, CA

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    Who is Dr. Piggott, Dermatologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Caroline Piggott, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Piggott graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Piggott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piggott’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piggott’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Piggott board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Piggott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Piggott speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Piggott treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Piggott 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. Piggott. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Eczema
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Infantile Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Allergic eczema
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition
    • Baby eczema
    • Childhood atopic dermatitis
    • Infant skin rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
    • L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema

    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:

    • Other types of warts
    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts
    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Molluscum Contagiosum
    • Skin Infection
    • Water Warts
    • Molluscum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B081: Molluscum contagiosum

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Piggott accept my insurance?

    Dr. Piggott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Piggott accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Piggott in La Jolla, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Piggott's office located?

    Dr. Caroline Piggott's Primary Practice

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Caroline Piggott's Practice 2

    15004 Innovation Dr

    San Diego, CA 92128

    (858) 487-1800

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    Dr. Caroline Piggott's Practice 3

    10862 Calle Verde

    La Mesa, CA 91941

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

    Dr. Piggott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710180336.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piggott?

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

    What is Dr. Caroline Piggott's specialty?

    Dr. Piggott is a Dermatologist near La Jolla, 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. Piggott to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Caroline Piggott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Piggott 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 Caroline Piggott accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Piggott is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroline Piggott offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Caroline Piggott?

    Please contact Dr. Piggott's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Caroline Piggott have?

    Dr. Caroline Piggott is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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