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Who is Dr. Lincoln, Dermatologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Board-certified in dermatology, Dr. Vadim Victor Lincoln MD is a trusted Dermatologist in Santa Barbara, CA, with a keen focus on sun damage skin condition management through skin cancer surgery. He combines procedural precision with individualized treatment planning to deliver comprehensive care to his patients across multiple locations, including Pasadena and Solvang. With a clinical focus on managing sun damage skin conditions, skin cancer, and various benign skin growths, Dr. Lincoln performs a range of procedures, including Skin Cancer Surgery, Skin Lesion Removal, and Skin Biopsy. His expertise in these areas enables him to provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, ensuring effective management of conditions such as Seborrheic Keratosis and Acne. As a skilled MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Lincoln's approach to skin cancer treatment emphasizes precision and minimizing scarring. His broad insurance coverage, including major carriers like Blue Shield of California, Cigna Group, and Humana, makes his expertise accessible to a wide range of patients. Dr. Lincoln is accepting new patients and offers online booking for added convenience. Appointments are available at his Santa Barbara office, located at 2320 Bath St Ste 205, as well as at his other locations in Pasadena and Solvang.
What languages does Dr. Lincoln speak?
Dr. Lincoln and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Lincoln typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Lincoln 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. Lincoln. 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:
- 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Lincoln typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Lincoln 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. Lincoln. 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 Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
- Mohs surgery body
- Skin cancer removal trunk
- Micrographic surgery arms
- Precise skin cancer surgery legs
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
- 17313: 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), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Does Dr. Lincoln accept my insurance?
Dr. Lincoln accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 724-2343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lincoln accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Lincoln in Santa Barbara, 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lincoln's office located?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln also offers virtual visits
Dr. Vadim Lincoln's Primary Practice
2320 Bath St Ste 205
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 724-2343
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vadim Lincoln?
Dr. Lincoln has appointments available at his Santa Barbara, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Lincoln's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lincoln's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366003170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lincoln?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lincoln
What is Dr. Vadim Lincoln's specialty?
Dr. Lincoln is a Dermatologist near Santa Barbara, 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 this Dr. Vadim Lincoln affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lincoln is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Vadim Lincoln accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vadim Lincoln is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vadim Lincoln offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lincoln, or call (805) 724-2343 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Vadim Lincoln?
Yes, Dr. Lincoln offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Lincoln, or call (805) 724-2343 for more information.
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