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Dr. Lynn Amarante, MD

Buffalo, NY

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    Who is Dr. Amarante, Dermatologist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Lynn Amarante, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Amarante graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Amarante is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amarante’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amarante’s office at (716) 632-2311.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Amarante board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Amarante, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Amarante speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amarante treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Amarante 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. Amarante. 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:

    • Skin Cancer Screening
    • Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mole Check
    • Dermatology Screening
    • Melanoma Screening
    • Skin Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm 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:

    • 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:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Mole on Face
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots
    • Facial nevus
    • Birthmark on face
    • Facial spot
    • Beauty mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
    • D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic 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:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Itching
    • Pruritus
    • Skin Itch
    • Generalized Itching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L299: Pruritus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Facial redness
    • Adult acne
    • Rosy cheeks condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Androgenic Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Androgenetic alopecia
    • Male pattern baldness
    • Female pattern baldness
    • Genetic hair loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L649: Androgenic alopecia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Amarante accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amarante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 632-2311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amarante accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Amarante in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amarante's office located?

    Dr. Lynn Amarante's Primary Practice

    5144 Sheridan Dr Ste 5

    Buffalo, NY 14221

    (716) 632-2311

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    Dr. Lynn Amarante's Practice 2

    1089 Kinkead Ave

    North Tonawanda, NY 14120

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

    Dr. Amarante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568456564.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amarante?

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

    What is Dr. Lynn Amarante's specialty?

    Dr. Amarante is a Dermatologist near Buffalo, NY. 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. Amarante to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lynn Amarante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Amarante 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

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    Is Lynn Amarante accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Amarante is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lynn Amarante offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amarante's office at (716) 632-2311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lynn Amarante?

    Please contact Dr. Amarante's office at (716) 632-2311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lynn Amarante have?

    Dr. Lynn Amarante is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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