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Dr. Raymond Cho, MD, PHD

Dr. Raymond Cho, MD, PHD

San Francisco, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Raymond Cho, MD, PHD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Cho graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucsf Med Center. Dr. Cho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (415) 353-7800.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cho?

    Dr. Raymond Cho, MD, PHD 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. Cho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Cho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf Med Center

    • Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cho speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cho treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Androgenic Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Androgenetic alopecia
    • Male pattern baldness
    • Female pattern baldness
    • Genetic hair loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L649: Androgenic alopecia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    What procedures does Dr. Cho perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    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
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
    • Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
    • Injections for Skin Growths
    • Steroid Injections for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions

    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

    Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cho 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • SelectCare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cho's office located?

    Dr. Raymond Cho's Primary Practice

    1701 Divisadero St Fl 3

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 353-7800

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    Dr. Raymond Cho's Practice 2

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Raymond Cho's Practice 3

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790999175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?

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

    What is Dr. Raymond Cho's specialty?

    Dr. Cho 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. Cho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Raymond Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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

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    Is Raymond Cho accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Cho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raymond Cho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (415) 353-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Raymond Cho?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (415) 353-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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