Dr. Melanie Costa, MD is a dermatologist in Wexford, PA and has been practicing for 25 years. She specializes in dermatology.

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(724) 201-2692

Dr. Costa accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centene
Cigna
Coventry Health Care
First Health (Coventry Health Care)
Gateway Health Plan
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Humana
Intergroup
Liberty
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Medicare
MultiPlan
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PHCS Network
Railroad Medicare
Three Rivers Provider Network
Tricare
Triwest
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United Healthcare
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No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Costa's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Dermatitis
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Costa treats Dermatitis more than 95% of her peers

Dr. Costa treats this condition more than 95% of her peers

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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Costa treats Moles (Benign Skin Lesions) more than 93% of her peers

Dr. Costa treats this condition more than 93% of her peers

Fungal Nail Infection
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Costa treats Fungal Nail Infection more than 92% of her peers

Dr. Costa treats this condition more than 92% of her peers

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Dr. Costa's conditions and procedures:

  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Acne
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Allergic Reaction
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Benign Tumor
  • Birthmark
  • Boil
  • Burn Injuries
  • Cancer
  • Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
  • Cellulitis
  • Cold Sore
  • Dermatitis
  • Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
  • Dry Skin
  • Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Excision of Skin Lesion
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Folliculitis
  • Foot Conditions
  • Fungal Nail Infection
  • Hair Loss
  • Herpes Simplex Infection
  • Hidradenitis
  • Hives
  • Intertrigo
  • Itchy Skin
  • Jock Itch
  • Leg and Foot Ulcers
  • Lichen Planus
  • Lipomas
  • Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
  • Nail and Nail Bed Infection
  • Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
  • Pemphigoid
  • Plantar Wart
  • Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
  • Psoriasis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rash
  • Ringworm
  • Rosacea
  • Scabies
  • Seborrheic Dermatitis
  • Seborrheic Keratosis
  • Shaving of Skin Lesion
  • Shingles
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Skin Infections
  • Skin Tag Removal
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Sunburn
  • Telogen Effluvium
  • Ulcer
  • Varicose Veins
  • Warts

About Me

Keeping your skin healthy with advanced, compassionate care.

Specialties

  • Dermatology

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology
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Education

1994
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency Hospital
1991
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Internship Hospital
1990
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
Medical School
1994
1991
1990

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Memberships & Affiliations

  • Allegheny County Medical Society, Member
  • American Academy of Dermatology, Member
  • American Medical Association, Member
  • Pennsylvania Medical Society, Member
  • Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology, Member

Dr. Costa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Costa

4.7

Based on 163 reviews

5 Stars
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(142)
4 Stars
6.134969325153374%
(10)
3 Stars
0.6134969325153374%
(1)
2 Stars
0.6134969325153374%
(1)
1 Star
5.521472392638037%
(9)

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Always a long wait because so many love her. She is so kind and patient. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.
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First time seeing this physician, 3rd time in this office. I am really satisfied with her expertise, demeanor, professionalism and focus. I highly recommend.
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Professional physician. On time for appointment. Pleasant to interact with during examination.
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Dr Costa explained my options and the pros/cons with each. She was very patient.
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Dr. Costa was professional, efficient, yet personable.
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Dr Costa always makes time to discuss things. But she’s very efficient & moves the appt along quickly. It’s nice that there is hardly any downtime in her office.
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Dr. Costa is conscientious and methodical in her approach to medicine. I trust her implicitly and appreciate her straightforward nature and friendly manner. I would recommend her to anyone.
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She addressed all of my issues and didn't rush me out to get to her next appointment. I have been going here for years. She's very trustworthy and professional. I highly recommend!
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Dr. Costa is extremely professional and provided excellent guidance on all of my concerns and questions. She addressed every issue candidly,, gave great advice and recommendations. I will definitely be booking my next dermatology appointment with Dr. Costa.
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