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Dr. Andrew Calciano, MD

Dr. Andrew Calciano, MD

Dermatologist

Santa Cruz, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Calciano, Dermatologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Andrew Spedding Calciano, MD, is a dermatologist with a practice in Santa Cruz, CA, specializing in skin cancer surgery for patients with radiation skin damage, offering focused clinical care. He is affiliated with top-tier hospitals, including Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital. Patients often seek Dr. Calciano for conditions such as radiation skin damage, sun damage skin condition, acne, and various skin conditions. His clinical expertise encompasses a range of procedures, including skin cancer surgery, light therapy, injections, wound repair, and skin lesion removal. By combining these treatments, Dr. Calciano provides comprehensive care for patients managing complex skin health issues. Dr. Calciano's medical training includes education at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, followed by residencies at Bellevue Hospital Center and New York University. He has been practicing since 1995 and is fluent in Spanish. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Calciano, who accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California and UnitedHealth Group. Appointments are available at his Santa Cruz office, located at 1661 Soquel Drive, Suite E.

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

    • Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Dermatology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York University | University of California At San Diego | New York University; New York, Ny

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | UNIVERSITY OF CA SAN DIEGO SCH OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Calciano board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Calciano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Calciano speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Calciano typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Calciano 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. Calciano. 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:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    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

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Calciano typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Calciano 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. Calciano. 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:

    • 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:

    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    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
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first 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:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Calciano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Calciano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 476-2444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Calciano accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Calciano in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Calciano's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Calciano's Primary Practice

    1661 Soquel Dr Ste E

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (831) 476-2444

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    What hospitals are Dr. Calciano affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Calciano has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Watsonville Community Hospital,Watsonville, CA
    Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz,Santa Cruz, CA

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

    Dr. Calciano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942201702.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calciano?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Calciano's specialty?

    Dr. Calciano is a Dermatologist near Santa Cruz, CA.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Andrew Calciano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Calciano is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Dr. Andrew Calciano accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Calciano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Calciano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Calciano's office at (831) 476-2444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Calciano?

    Please contact Dr. Calciano's office at (831) 476-2444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Calciano's office located?

    Dr. Calciano's office is located in Santa Cruz, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Calciano have?

    Dr. Andrew Calciano is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.