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Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD

Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD

San Francisco, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kobalter, Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Kobalter graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kobalter is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kobalter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kobalter’s office at (415) 499-0100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kobalter?

    Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kobalter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatologic Surgery, Medical Dermatology, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Kobalter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Ca Sf School Of Med | University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals | University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Kobalter board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Kobalter speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Kobalter treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kobalter 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. Kobalter. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Mole on Right Leg or Hip
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots
    • Right upper limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right arm
    • Right shoulder spot
    • Right arm mole
    • Right lower limb nevus
    • Birthmark on right leg
    • Right hip spot
    • Right leg mole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
    • D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • D2262: Melanocytic nevi of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Kobalter perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Kobalter 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. Kobalter. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Does Dr. Kobalter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kobalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 499-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Scripps Health

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kobalter's office located?

    Dr. Amy Kobalter's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 499-0100

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    Dr. Amy Kobalter's Practice 2

    599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd Ste 300

    Greenbrae, CA 94904

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    Dr. Amy Kobalter's Practice 3

    5000 Civic Center Dr

    San Rafael, CA 94903

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    [415] Top Doctor, Marin Magazine

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

    Dr. Kobalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902830623.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kobalter?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Kobalter's specialty?

    Dr. Kobalter is a Dermatologist near San Francisco, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kobalter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Kobalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kobalter is affiliated with MarinHealth Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

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    Is Amy Kobalter accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Kobalter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Kobalter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kobalter's office at (415) 499-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Kobalter?

    Please contact Dr. Kobalter's office at (415) 499-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Kobalter have?

    Dr. Amy Kobalter is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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