Dr. Damian Derienzo, MD
La Jolla, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derienzo, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Damian Derienzo, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Derienzo graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. Derienzo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derienzo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derienzo’s office at (858) 554-9664.
Where did Dr. Derienzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of California Irvine
Residency: National Naval Medical Center
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Derienzo board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Damian Derienzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Derienzo speak?
Dr. Derienzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derienzo treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Derienzo 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. Derienzo. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
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 Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Derienzo perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Damian Derienzo may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Derienzo's office.
Does Dr. Derienzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Derienzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-9664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derienzo accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Derienzo in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derienzo's office located?
Dr. Damian Derienzo's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-9664
What is Dr. Derienzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derienzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942271143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derienzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derienzo
What is Dr. Damian Derienzo's specialty?
Dr. Derienzo is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near La Jolla, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Derienzo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Damian Derienzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derienzo is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Damian Derienzo accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Damian Derienzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damian Derienzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derienzo's office at (858) 554-9664 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Damian Derienzo?
Please contact Dr. Derienzo's office at (858) 554-9664 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Damian Derienzo have?
Dr. Damian Derienzo is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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