Dr. Aram Kechichian, DO
Santa Clarita, CA
23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kechichian, Procedural Dermatologist in Santa Clarita, CA?
Dr. Aram Kechichian, DO is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Santa Clarita, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Kechichian graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at A-OPTIC/East Kentucky Osteo Hosp Program. Dr. Kechichian is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kechichian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kechichian’s office at (661) 299-6900.
Where did Dr. Kechichian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A-OPTIC/East Kentucky Osteo Hosp Program
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kechichian speak?
Dr. Kechichian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Kechichian typically treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Kechichian 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. Kechichian. 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 here.
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
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
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 a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Kechichian typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Kechichian 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. Kechichian. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
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
Also known as:
- Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure
- Surgical Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
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
Also known as:
- Complex Trunk Wound Repair
- Complex Skin Repair on Torso
- Trunk Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
- Surgical Repair of Torso Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13100: Repair, complex, trunk; 1.1 cm to 2.5 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Kechichian accept my insurance?
Dr. Kechichian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 299-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kechichian accept in Santa Clarita, CA?
Dr. Kechichian in Santa Clarita, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kechichian's office located?
Dr. Aram Kechichian's Primary Practice
27141 Hidaway Ave Ste 104
Santa Clarita, CA 91351
(661) 299-6900
What is Dr. Kechichian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kechichian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841241486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kechichian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kechichian
What is Dr. Aram Kechichian's specialty?
Dr. Kechichian is a Procedural Dermatologist near Santa Clarita, CA.
What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?
Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers).
Is this Dr. Aram Kechichian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kechichian is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Aram Kechichian accepting new patients in Santa Clarita, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aram Kechichian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aram Kechichian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kechichian's office at (661) 299-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aram Kechichian?
Please contact Dr. Kechichian's office at (661) 299-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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