Dr. Ladan Straker, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Straker, Dermatologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Philadelphia's dermatology community benefits from the expertise of Dr. Ladan Afifi Straker MD, a Dermatologist in Philadelphia, PA, whose practice focuses on skin health. Specializing in skin light therapy for patients with hair loss, Dr. Straker offers focused clinical care at her practice located at 525 Jamestown St Ste 205. Specializing in the management of various skin-related conditions, including Hair Loss, Growth of Unknown Type, and Skin Condition, Dr. Straker's clinical expertise is complemented by her proficiency in procedures such as Skin Light Therapy, Skin Lesion Removal, and Skin Biopsy. Her approach to treating these conditions involves a combination of diagnostic precision and targeted treatment strategies, ensuring patients receive comprehensive care for their specific needs. By addressing conditions like Acne and Warts, Dr. Straker provides a broad spectrum of dermatological services. Dr. Straker's medical credentials include her MD degree and specialization in Dermatology. Her affiliations with top medical institutions, such as UCI Medical Center and Huntington Hospital, underscore her commitment to staying at the forefront of dermatological care. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Straker, who accepts various insurance carriers, including major providers like CVS Health and UnitedHealth Group. Appointments are available at her primary location in Philadelphia, with additional services offered in Birdsboro, PA.

What languages does Dr. Straker speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Straker typically treat?

As a Dermatologist, Dr. Straker 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. Straker. 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:

Non-Scarring Hair Loss
Hair Loss
Reversible hair loss
Temporary baldness
Non-permanent hair thinning

ICD-10 Codes:

L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

Also known as:

Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
Bone Disease
Skin Condition
Bone tumor of unknown nature
Skin lesion of unknown type
Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

ICD-10 Codes:

D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

Also known as:

Skin Rash
Rashes
Skin Eruption
Hives
Dermatitis
Skin Inflammation

ICD-10 Codes:

R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

Also known as:

Acne Vulgaris
Acne
Common acne
Pimples
Breakouts

ICD-10 Codes:

L700: Acne vulgaris

Also known as:

Wart
Warts
Skin growth
Common wart
Verruca

ICD-10 Codes:

B079: Viral wart, unspecified

What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Straker typically perform?

As a Dermatologist, Dr. Straker 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. Straker. 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:

Goeckerman Treatment
Photochemotherapy
Tar and UV-B Therapy
Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
Light Therapy for Skin

CPT Codes:

96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

Also known as:

Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
Benign Skin Growth Destruction
Skin Lesion Excision
Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

CPT Codes:

17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

Also known as:

Skin Biopsy
Shave Biopsy
Tangential Biopsy
Skin Lesion Biopsy

CPT Codes:

11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

Does Dr. Straker accept my insurance?

Dr. Straker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 750-0301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Straker accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Straker in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
HealthSmart
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Straker's office located?

Dr. Ladan Straker's Primary Practice

525 Jamestown St Ste 205

Philadelphia, PA 19128

(215) 750-0301

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Dr. Ladan Straker's Practice 2

258 Ben Franklin Hwy E

Birdsboro, PA 19508

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What hospitals are Dr. Straker affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Straker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Uci Medical Center,Orange, CA

Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca),Pasadena, CA

Ranked Hip Replacement Surgery

Rancho Mirage Medical Center,Rancho Mirage, CA

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

Dr. Straker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073001640.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Straker?

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

What is Dr. Ladan Straker's specialty?

Dr. Straker is a Dermatologist near Philadelphia, PA.

What does a Dermatologist do?

Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

Is Dr. Ladan Straker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Straker is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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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