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Who is Dr. Dixon, Family Medicine Specialist in Mankato, MN?
Dr. Melanie Dixon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mankato, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dixon completed her residency at Allina Hosps & Clis, Family Medicine. Dr. Dixon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixon’s office at (507) 625-4031.
Where did Dr. Dixon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allina Hosps & Clis, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
What languages does Dr. Dixon speak?
Dr. Dixon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dixon typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dixon 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. Dixon. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dixon typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dixon 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. Dixon. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 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
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- PDT for precancerous skin
- Light therapy for skin lesions
- Precancerous skin treatment with light
- Actinic keratosis treatment
CPT Codes:
- 96574: Debridement of premalignant hyperkeratotic lesion(s) (ie, targeted curettage, abrasion) followed with photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
Does Dr. Dixon accept my insurance?
Dr. Dixon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 625-4031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixon accept in Mankato, MN?
Dr. Dixon in Mankato, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Government Employees Health Association
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?
What is Dr. Dixon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dixon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992760813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dixon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dixon
What is Dr. Melanie Dixon's specialty?
Dr. Dixon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mankato, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Melanie Dixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dixon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato, Mayo Clinic Health System - Waseca. 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 Melanie Dixon accepting new patients in Mankato, MN?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Dixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Dixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (507) 625-4031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Dixon?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (507) 625-4031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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