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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kunkel, Dermatologist in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. James Kunkel, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Arroyo Grande, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kunkel graduated from University of California and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Dermatology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kunkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kunkel’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kunkel’s office at (805) 474-9550.
Where did Dr. Kunkel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Dermatology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | La Cnty-Usc Med Ctr | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Kunkel speak?
Dr. Kunkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kunkel treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kunkel 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. Kunkel. 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
- 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:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
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
- Dry Skin
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L853: Xerosis cutis
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
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:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Itching
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- 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
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Kunkel perform as a Dermatologist?
As a Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Kunkel may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kunkel's office.
Does Dr. Kunkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kunkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 474-9550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kunkel accept in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. Kunkel in Arroyo Grande, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Kunkel's office located?
Dr. James Kunkel's Primary Practice
880 Oak Park Blvd Ste 103
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-9550
What is Dr. Kunkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417937541.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kunkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kunkel
What is Dr. James Kunkel's specialty?
Dr. Kunkel is a Dermatologist near Arroyo Grande, 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. Kunkel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Kunkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kunkel 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 James Kunkel accepting new patients in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Kunkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Kunkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kunkel's office at (805) 474-9550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Kunkel?
Please contact Dr. Kunkel's office at (805) 474-9550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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