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Dr. Melanie Costa, MD

Dermatology* Age 62
Dr. Melanie Costa, MD
4.7 (203 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Melanie Costa, MD is a Dermatologist in Wexford, PA.
Dr. Melanie Costa, MD
4.7 (203 Ratings)
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Dr. Melanie Costa, MD

Dermatology* Age 62
Wexford, PA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Melanie Costa, MD is a Dermatologist in Wexford, PA.

About

Dr. Costa graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1990 and completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.Dr. Melanie Costa, MD is a Dermatologist in Wexford, PA and has 34 years experience. Dr. Costa currently practices at Forefront Dermatology - Wexford and are affiliated with West Penn Hospital. Dr. Costa has experience treating conditions like Birthmark, Rosacea and Itchy Skin among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Costa received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 203 times. Dr. Costa's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Costa is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Birthmark
Rosacea
Itchy Skin
Birthmark
Rosacea
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Itchy Skin
Intertrigo
Lipomas
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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Psoriasis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Rash
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Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Alopecia
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Athlete's Foot
Boil
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Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Dry Skin
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Folliculitis
Hair Loss
Hypertrophic Scar
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Nail Infection
Ringworm
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Skin Ulcer
Vasculitis
Warts
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Wart Freezing
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bedsores
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Callus
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Cellulitis
Contact Dermatitis
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
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Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Excessive Sweating
Genital Warts
Granuloma of Skin
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Hives
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Jock Itch
Keloid Scar
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Planus
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Lyme Disease
Molluscum Contagiosum Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Onychomycosis
Plantar Wart
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Psoriatic Arthritis
Scabies
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Skin Discoloration
Spider Veins
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Telogen Effluvium
Tinea Manus
Tinea Versicolor
Varicose Eczema
Varicose Veins
Vitiligo
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Excision
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Excision of Skin Cancer
Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Skin Tag Removal

Insurance Accepted

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  • Triwest
  • Amerihealth
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Tricare
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    Blue Choice Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Intergroup
  • Gateway Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Preferred PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Medicare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
    First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Dental
    United Healthcare
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • UPMC
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network
    HealthEOS Plus+

Locations

  1. 1 Forefront Dermatology - Wexford
    1000 Stonewood Dr Ste 200, Wexford, PA 15090
  2. 2 Forefront Dermatology - Shadyside
    5750 Centre Ave Ste 500, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Costa
4.7
Based on 203 Reviews
5 Stars (176)
4 Stars (12)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (13)

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Jun 21, 2024
I had an urgent problem that needed addressed. She and her staff dealt with it right away. She is a wonderful Dr
— Jun 21, 2024
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Specialties*
Dermatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Costa offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melanie Costa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Costa's profile.

Dr. Costa frequently treats the following conditions: Birthmark, Rosacea and Itchy Skin. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Melanie Costa, MD is affiliated with West Penn Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melanie Costa, MD holds board certification in Dermatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • West Penn Hospital

    4800 Friendship Ave, Pittsburgh, PA