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Dr. Rahul Seth, MD

Dr. Rahul Seth, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Otolaryngologist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Seth, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Rahul Seth, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Seth completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Seth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seth’s office at (415) 353-9500.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic

    What languages does Dr. Seth speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Seth typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Seth 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. Seth. 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:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Seth typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Seth 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. Seth. 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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    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:

    • Facial Bone Reduction Surgery
    • Facial osteoplasty
    • Facial bone contouring
    • Facial bone shaving
    • Jaw reduction surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21209: Osteoplasty, facial bones; reduction

    Also known as:

    • Forehead Reduction Surgery
    • Forehead Contouring
    • Frontal Sinus Setback
    • Facial Feminization Surgery (Forehead)

    CPT Codes:

    • 21139: Reduction forehead; contouring and setback of anterior frontal sinus wall

    Does Dr. Seth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Seth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Seth accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Seth in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Seth's office located?

    Dr. Rahul Seth's Primary Practice

    355 Lennon Ln Ste 255

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (415) 353-9500

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    Floor Box 1225

    1825 4th St Fl 4

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Rahul Seth's Practice 3

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Seth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073784682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seth?

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

    What is Dr. Rahul Seth's specialty?

    Dr. Seth is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is Dr. Rahul Seth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Seth is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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. Rahul Seth accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rahul Seth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rahul Seth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Seth's office at (415) 353-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rahul Seth?

    Please contact Dr. Seth's office at (415) 353-9500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Seth's office located?

    Dr. Seth's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and San Francisco, CA.