20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalus, Dermatologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Andrea Kalus, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Kalus graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Dermatology. Dr. Kalus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalus’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalus’s office at (206) 598-4067.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kalus?
Dr. Andrea Kalus, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kalus empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Connective Tissue Disorders, Dermatomyositis, Lupus/SLE, Mastocytosis, Morphea, Psoriasis, Vasculitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Kalus is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kalus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Veterans Adm. Med. Center(Seattle)
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Dermatology | PENINSULA INTERNAL MEDICINE | UW - Division of Dermatology | UW - Division of Dermatology | UW - Division of General Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kalus board certified as a Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Kalus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Dermatology since 2006
What languages does Dr. Kalus speak?
Dr. Kalus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kalus treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kalus 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. Kalus. 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:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
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:
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Ulcer
- Inflammatory Skin Condition
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L88: Pyoderma gangrenosum
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Localized Scleroderma
- Scleroderma
- Morphea
- Skin hardening
- Connective tissue hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- L940: Localized scleroderma [morphea]
Also known as:
- Vitiligo
- Skin depigmentation
- White patches on skin
- Loss of skin color
ICD-10 Codes:
- L80: Vitiligo
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:
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Allergic eczema
- Itchy skin rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
Also known as:
- Dermatomyositis without muscle weakness
- Dermatomyositis sine myositis
- DM without muscle involvement
- Adult skin inflammation without muscle pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3313: Other dermatomyositis without myopathy
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. Kalus perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kalus 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. Kalus. 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
- 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- 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:
- Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
- Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
- Injections for Skin Growths
- Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
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:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- PDT for Skin Cancer
- Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
- Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
- Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity
CPT Codes:
- 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kalus accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-4067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalus accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Kalus in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boeing
Cambia (Regence)
Community Health Plan of Washington
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Tennessee
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kalus' office located?
Dr. Andrea Kalus' Primary Practice
4225 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 598-4067
What is Dr. Kalus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669411070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalus
What is Dr. Andrea Kalus's specialty?
Dr. Kalus is a Dermatologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Kalus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrea Kalus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalus is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake 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 Andrea Kalus accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Kalus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Kalus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalus's office at (206) 598-4067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Kalus?
Please contact Dr. Kalus's office at (206) 598-4067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrea Kalus have?
Dr. Andrea Kalus is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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