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Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD

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Specializes in: Dermatopathology

University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine (2002)

Professional interests include: acne, melanoma, moles, and more.

15725 Pomerado Road Suite 102
Poway, CA 92064

(858) 750-2983CompassDermatopathology

Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD is a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA specializing in dermatopathology. She graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Health, COMPASS DERMATOPATHOLOGY INC, Poway Dermatology, Yuma Dermatology and Boughton Dermatology.

Office Locations

15725 Pomerado Road Suite 102
Poway, CA 92064

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6605 Nancy Ridge Drive
San Diego, CA 92121

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Some issues Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD can help you with:

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

lab tests

By Affordability:

removal of benign skin lesion

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD performed more lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and she also had a list price for removal of benign (non-cancerous) skin lesion that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2012 were lab tests, second opinions, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	26
doctor visit	128
lab tests	679
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	89
second opinions	113
skin procedures	89

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2013 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	55
consultation	33
diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	311
lab tests	1008
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	227
second opinions	59
skin procedures	227
skin surgery	55

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2991
Female	3113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	5591
Black	0
Hispanic	306
Asian	82
Other	90
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2705
From 75 to 84	2064
85 and over	1078
Less than 65	257

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2013

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2014 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	74
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	134
lab tests	1081
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	80
second opinions	79
skin procedures	80

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2275
Female	2401

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4179
Black	0
Hispanic	293
Asian	77
Other	84
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2183
From 75 to 84	1477
85 and over	834
Less than 65	182

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2014

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2015 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	89
diagnostic procedures	117
doctor visit	489
lab tests	931
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	225
second opinions	65
skin procedures	225

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	5318
Female	5650

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	9730
Black	0
Hispanic	692
Asian	194
Other	250
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	5244
From 75 to 84	3358
85 and over	1850
Less than 65	516

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2015

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2016 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	21
diagnostic procedures	118
doctor visit	489
lab tests	748
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	278
skin procedures	278

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2280
Female	2354

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4114
Black	0
Hispanic	287
Asian	77
Other	110
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2360
From 75 to 84	1405
85 and over	639
Less than 65	230

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2016

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2017 were lab tests, skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	18
consultation	18
diagnostic procedures	122
doctor visit	450
injections	13
lab tests	932
phototherapy (light therapy)	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	224
skin procedures	236
skin surgery	18

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2432
Female	2564

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4517
Black	0
Hispanic	266
Asian	66
Other	108
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2403
From 75 to 84	1628
85 and over	673
Less than 65	292

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2017

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2018 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	37
consultation	14
diagnostic procedures	134
doctor visit	575
injections	14
lab tests	772
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	300
second opinions	14
skin procedures	300
skin surgery	37

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2073
Female	2165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3751
Black	0
Hispanic	234
Asian	74
Other	135
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2132
From 75 to 84	1391
85 and over	523
Less than 65	192

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2018

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2019 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	492
injections	18
lab tests	619
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	204
skin procedures	204

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1929
Female	1997

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3466
Black	0
Hispanic	239
Asian	83
Other	112
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1930
From 75 to 84	1317
85 and over	517
Less than 65	162

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2019

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2020 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	374
lab tests	649
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	166
skin procedures	166

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1971
Female	2075

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3717
Black	0
Hispanic	148
Asian	51
Other	108
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1999
From 75 to 84	1410
85 and over	522
Less than 65	115

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2021 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	17
doctor visit	512
lab tests	738
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	203
skin procedures	203

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2687
Female	2787

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4975
Black	0
Hispanic	200
Asian	94
Other	188
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2651
From 75 to 84	2001
85 and over	684
Less than 65	138

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2021

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	19
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA during 2022 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery	14
doctor visit	745
injections	15
lab tests	949
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	443
second opinions	15
skin procedures	443
skin surgery	14

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	3214
Female	3341

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	5901
Black	0
Hispanic	279
Asian	122
Other	214
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	3161
From 75 to 84	2447
85 and over	778
Less than 65	169

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	4
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Poway, CA were lab tests, skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

cancer surgery	31
consultation	38
diagnostic procedures	84
doctor visit	427
injections	15
lab tests	827
phototherapy (light therapy)	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	221
second opinions	57
skin procedures	222
skin surgery	31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2470
Female	2586

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	83
Non-Hispanic White	4540
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	267
Other	127

**Age**
75 to 84	1681
85 and over	736
Less than 65	204
65 to 74	2433

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine in 2002. She completed residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in Mississippi.

Medical School: University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine (2002)

Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals (2007)

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology (2007)

Licensed In: Mississippi

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Scripps Health

COMPASS DERMATOPATHOLOGY INC

Poway Dermatology

Yuma Dermatology

Boughton Dermatology

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 2.6 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Poway, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Antoanella Calame, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Merz North America, Inc.	$308 Asclera $308
Medtronic Xomed, Inc.	$127 Advanced Energy Hemostatic Device $127
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$127 DUPIXENT DUPILUMAB INJECTION $127
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$118 STELLARIS PC $118
STRATA Skin Sciences, Inc.	$115 XTRAC $94	Dermatological Psoriasis and Vitiligo Treatment $21
Other	$510 BOTOX COSMETIC $87	ONEXTON $35	Enbrel $26	OPZELURA $23	Levulan Kerastick $22	Other $317

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,258
Gift	$47

Biography

Dr. Antoanella Calame specializes in dermatopathology. Her clinical interests include warts, moles, and acne. Dr. Calame's patients gave her an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5). She obtained her medical school training at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine and performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She has received the following distinctions: Dean's Award-California Lutheran University; Best Medical Student-UCSD School of Medicine; and Outstanding Teaching Awards-University of Texas, Department of Dermatology. Dr. Calame speaks Romanian. She is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Dr. Calame has an open panel in San Diego, CA according to Scripps Health.