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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Celano, Dermatologist in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Celano, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Celano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Celano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Celano’s office at (619) 267-8303.
What languages does Dr. Celano speak?
Dr. Celano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Celano treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Celano 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. Celano. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Dry Skin
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L853: Xerosis cutis
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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
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:
- 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:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
What procedures does Dr. Celano perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Celano 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. Celano. 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:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
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
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 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
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
- Axillary Chemodenervation
- Botox for Underarm Sweating
- Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating
CPT Codes:
- 64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae
Does Dr. Celano accept my insurance?
Dr. Celano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 267-8303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Celano accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Celano in El Cajon, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Presence Health
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Where is Dr. Celano's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Celano's Primary Practice
222 W Madison Ave
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 267-8303
What is Dr. Celano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Celano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457662264.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Celano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Celano
What is Dr. Nicholas Celano's specialty?
Dr. Celano is a Dermatologist near El Cajon, 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. Celano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Celano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Celano is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Providence St. Jude 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 Nicholas Celano accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Celano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Celano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Celano's office at (619) 267-8303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Celano?
Please contact Dr. Celano's office at (619) 267-8303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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