Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Geisse, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. John Geisse, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Geisse graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Dermatopathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Dermatology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Geisse is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Geisse’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Geisse’s office at (707) 643-5785.
Where did Dr. Geisse go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Dermatopathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Dermatology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | University Of California San Francisco
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Geisse board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Geisse, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Geisse speak?
Dr. Geisse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Geisse typically treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Geisse 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. Geisse. 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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Geisse typically perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Geisse 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. Geisse. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
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:
- 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
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:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Geisse accept my insurance?
Dr. Geisse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 643-5785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Geisse accept in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. Geisse in Vallejo, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Geisse's office located?
What is Dr. Geisse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Geisse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275571028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Geisse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Geisse
What is Dr. John Geisse's specialty?
Dr. Geisse is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Vallejo, CA.
What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S.
Is this Dr. John Geisse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Geisse is affiliated with Sutter Solano 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 John Geisse accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Geisse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Geisse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Geisse's office at (707) 643-5785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Geisse?
Please contact Dr. Geisse's office at (707) 643-5785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Geisse have?
Dr. John Geisse is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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