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Who is Dr. Hussain, Pediatric Dermatologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sadaf Hussain, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Hussain is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussain’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Is Dr. Hussain board certified as a Pediatric Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Sadaf Hussain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Hussain speak?
Dr. Hussain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Hussain typically treat?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa
- Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Infantile Eczema
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
- Baby eczema
- Childhood atopic dermatitis
- Infant skin rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
- L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Alopecia Areata
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
ICD-10 Codes:
- L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
What procedures does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Hussain typically perform?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
- Skin Growth Destruction
- Benign Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
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
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
- 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Lesion Destruction
- Laser Vascular Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Laser Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17107: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); 10.0 to 50.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
- Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
- Injections for Skin Growths
- Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
Does Dr. Hussain accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hussain accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hussain in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?
What is Dr. Hussain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295996999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussain
What is Dr. Sadaf Hussain's specialty?
Dr. Hussain is a Pediatric Dermatologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Dermatologist do?
With advanced training, a pediatric dermatologist has acquired knowledge in dealing with particular types of skin disorders, focusing mainly on conditions that predominantly impact infants, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Sadaf Hussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hussain is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital, Franciscan Childrens. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sadaf Hussain accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Sadaf Hussain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sadaf Hussain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sadaf Hussain?
Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sadaf Hussain have?
Dr. Sadaf Hussain is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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