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Dr. Edgar Macias, MD

Dermatologist

Fresno, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Macias, Dermatologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Edgar E. Macias MD, a dermatologist in Fresno, CA, has built a clinical practice centered on treating benign skin growths with particular depth in skin cancer surgery and related techniques. His expertise is evident in the comprehensive care he provides to patients at his practice located at 7115 N Chestnut Ave Ste 101. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions, Dr. Macias focuses on managing benign skin growths, sun damage skin conditions, and radiation skin damage. His procedural expertise includes skin cancer surgery, wound repair, and skin lesion removal, ensuring patients receive thorough and effective treatment. By combining these skills, Dr. Macias delivers personalized care that addresses the unique needs of his patients. Dr. Macias's medical degree from Harvard Medical School and board certification from the American Board of Dermatology underscore his commitment to excellence in dermatology. He is affiliated with top hospitals in the region, including Saint Agnes Medical Center and Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, further reinforcing his dedication to providing high-quality patient care. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Macias, who accepts a range of insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California, Humana, and Medicare, and is also fluent in Spanish. Appointments are available for those seeking comprehensive dermatological care in Fresno.

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

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Macias board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Macias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Macias speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Macias 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. Macias. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    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:

    • 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

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Macias 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. Macias. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Peel for Acne
    • Acne Chemical Exfoliation
    • Acid Peel for Acne
    • Dermatological Acne Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17360: Chemical exfoliation for acne (eg, acne paste, acid)

    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

    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

    Does Dr. Macias accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 431-2397 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macias accept in Fresno, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Macias' office located?

    Dr. Edgar Macias' Primary Practice

    7115 N Chestnut Ave Ste 101

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 431-2397

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

    Dr. Macias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144482373.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macias?

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

    What is Dr. Edgar Macias's specialty?

    Dr. Macias is a Dermatologist near Fresno, CA.

    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. Edgar Macias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Macias is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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. Edgar Macias accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Macias is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edgar Macias offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macias' office at (559) 431-2397 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Macias?

    Please contact Dr. Macias' office at (559) 431-2397 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Macias' office located?

    Dr. Macias' office is located in Fresno, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Macias have?

    Dr. Edgar Macias is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.