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Dr. William Hoffman, MD

Dr. William Hoffman, MD

Plastic Surgeon, Surgeon

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hoffman, Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. William Hoffman, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Hoffman completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Hoffman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hoffman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoffman’s office at (415) 353-4287.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hoffman?

    Dr. William Hoffman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hoffman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cleft Palate/Lip, Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Craniofacial Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Microvascular Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Hoffman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Hoffman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, New York University, Craniofacial Surgery | New York University; New York, Ny

    • Residency: University of California, San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco | University California

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny

    Is Dr. Hoffman board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. William Hoffman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hoffman speak?

    Dr. Hoffman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Hoffman typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Hoffman 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. Hoffman. 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:

    • Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Cleft Lip & Palate
    • One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Single Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    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

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Hoffman typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Hoffman 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. Hoffman. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Fat Transfer to Face or Body (Small Volume)
    • Autologous Fat Grafting
    • Lipofilling
    • Fat Injection for Volume

    CPT Codes:

    • 15773: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to face, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, and/or feet; 25 cc or less injectate

    Also known as:

    • Nose Job with Septum Repair
    • Primary Rhinoplasty
    • Septorhinoplasty
    • Nasal Reshaping
    • Cosmetic Nose Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cleft Lip and Nose Repair
    • Cleft lip revision surgery
    • Nasal deformity repair after cleft lip
    • Re-closure of cleft lip

    CPT Codes:

    • 40720: Plastic repair of cleft lip/nasal deformity; secondary, by recreation of defect and reclosure

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Hoffman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hoffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-4287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hoffman accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Hoffman in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Hoffman's office located?

    Dr. William Hoffman's Primary Practice

    350 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94117

    (415) 353-4287

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Plastic Surgeons

    Member

    Awards

    San Francisco Super Doctors

    What is Dr. Hoffman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hoffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659339422.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoffman?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hoffman

    What is Dr. William Hoffman's specialty?

    Dr. Hoffman is a Plastic Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is Dr. William Hoffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hoffman is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital 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 Dr. William Hoffman accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Hoffman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Hoffman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (415) 353-4287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Hoffman?

    Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (415) 353-4287 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hoffman's office located?

    Dr. Hoffman's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Hoffman have?

    Dr. William Hoffman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.