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Dr. John Despain, MD

Dr. John Despain, MD

Osage Beach, MO

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Despain, Dermatologist in Osage Beach, MO?

    Dr. John Despain, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Osage Beach, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Despain graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at U Mo. Dr. Despain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Despain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Despain’s office at (573) 302-4696.

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

    • Residency: U Mo | PROVENANT MERCY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus | University of Pennsylvania

    What languages does Dr. Despain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Despain treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Despain 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. Despain. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis 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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Does Dr. Despain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Despain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 302-4696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Despain accept in Osage Beach, MO?

    Dr. Despain in Osage Beach, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Premier

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Despain's office located?

    Dr. John Despain's Primary Practice

    5721 Osage Beach Pkwy Ste 100

    Osage Beach, MO 65065

    (573) 302-4696

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    Dr. John Despain's Practice 2

    601 E 14th St

    Sedalia, MO 65301

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    Dr. John Despain's Practice 3

    3605 Country Club Dr

    Jefferson City, MO 65109

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

    Dr. Despain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932196433.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Despain?

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

    What is Dr. John Despain's specialty?

    Dr. Despain is a Dermatologist near Osage Beach, MO. 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. Despain to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Despain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Despain is affiliated with Lake Regional Health System 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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    Explore Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Despain accepting new patients in Osage Beach, MO?

    Yes, Dr. John Despain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Despain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Despain's office at (573) 302-4696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Despain?

    Please contact Dr. Despain's office at (573) 302-4696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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