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Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vanmeter, Dermatologist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Vanmeter graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Dermatology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Vanmeter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanmeter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanmeter’s office at (805) 964-1514.

    Where did Dr. Vanmeter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Dermatology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | KING DREW MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Vanmeter board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Vanmeter speak?

    Dr. Vanmeter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Vanmeter treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Vanmeter 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. Vanmeter. 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:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face
    • D2361: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    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:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
    • Benign Scalp or Neck Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor on Right Leg or Hip Skin
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
    • Trunk skin lesion
    • Benign trunk skin mass
    • Lump on body skin
    • Non-cancerous growth on scalp
    • Scalp skin lesion
    • Benign neck mass
    • Neck skin lump
    • Non-cancerous growth on right leg skin
    • Right leg skin lesion
    • Benign right hip skin mass
    • Lump on right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
    • D234: Other benign neoplasm of skin of scalp and neck
    • D2371: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Vanmeter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vanmeter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 964-1514 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vanmeter accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Vanmeter in Santa Barbara, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Vanmeter's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Vanmeter's Primary Practice

    334 S Patterson Ave Ste 105

    Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    (805) 964-1514

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    Dr. Thomas Vanmeter's Practice 2

    1111 E Ocean Ave Ste 10

    Lompoc, CA 93436

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    What is Dr. Vanmeter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vanmeter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205832813.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanmeter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanmeter

    What is Dr. Thomas Vanmeter's specialty?

    Dr. Vanmeter is a Dermatologist near Santa Barbara, 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. Vanmeter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Vanmeter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Vanmeter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dermatologist?

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    Is Thomas Vanmeter accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Vanmeter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Vanmeter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vanmeter's office at (805) 964-1514 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Vanmeter?

    Please contact Dr. Vanmeter's office at (805) 964-1514 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Vanmeter have?

    Dr. Thomas Vanmeter is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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