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Who is Dr. Leavens, Dermatopathologist in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Joan Leavens, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Leavens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leavens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leavens’s office at (206) 326-3000.
What languages does Dr. Leavens speak?
Dr. Leavens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leavens treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Leavens 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. Leavens. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does Dr. Leavens perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Leavens 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. Leavens. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Leavens accept my insurance?
Dr. Leavens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 326-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leavens accept in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Leavens in Puyallup, WA 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 Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Administrators
Medicare
Multiplan
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leavens' office located?
Dr. Joan Leavens' Primary Practice
1703 S Meridian Ste 101
Puyallup, WA 98371
(206) 326-3000
What is Dr. Leavens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leavens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518321074.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leavens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leavens
What is Dr. Joan Leavens's specialty?
Dr. Leavens is a Dermatopathologist near Puyallup, WA. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Leavens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joan Leavens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leavens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Overlake Hospital Medical Center Lab. 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
Where can I learn more about Dermatopathologist?
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Is Joan Leavens accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joan Leavens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Leavens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leavens's office at (206) 326-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Leavens?
Please contact Dr. Leavens's office at (206) 326-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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