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Dr. Andrea Borba, MD
Redondo Beach, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Borba, Dermatologist in Redondo Beach, CA?
Specializing in wound repair for patients with skin cysts, offering focused clinical care, Dr. Andrea Borba MD is a Dermatologist in Redondo Beach, CA, with additional practices in Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Her expertise centers on precise surgical interventions, reflecting a precision-first philosophy that prioritizes effective treatment while preserving cosmetic outcomes. Specializing in the management of skin cysts, growths of unknown type, and skin cancer, Dr. Borba frequently performs procedures such as wound repair, skin cancer surgery, and skin lesion removal. Her clinical approach integrates meticulous diagnostic capabilities with targeted treatments, ensuring patients achieve optimal results. By combining wound repair with skin cancer treatment, she addresses complex dermatological conditions comprehensively. Dr. Borba's credentials include her MD degree and specialized training in dermatology, with affiliations at top-tier hospitals like Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon and Procedural Dermatologist, she brings a high level of technical skill to her practice. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Borba, who accepts major insurance carriers including Blue Shield of California, Medicare, and UnitedHealth Group, among others. Appointments are available at her Redondo Beach office and other locations.
What languages does Dr. Borba speak?
Dr. Borba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Borba typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Borba 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. Borba. 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:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Pilar Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Scalp cyst
- Trichilemmal cyst
- Hair follicle cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
- L7211: Pilar cyst
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Borba typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Borba 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. Borba. 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut 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
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
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:
- 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:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Borba accept my insurance?
Dr. Borba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 937-8555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Borba accept in Redondo Beach, CA?
Dr. Borba in Redondo Beach, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Borba's office located?
Dr. Andrea Borba's Primary Practice
514 N Prospect Ave Ste 103
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 937-8555
What is Dr. Borba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Borba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467081091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Borba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Borba
What is Dr. Andrea Borba's specialty?
Dr. Borba is a Dermatologist near Redondo Beach, 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. Andrea Borba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Borba is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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 Andrea Borba accepting new patients in Redondo Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Borba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Borba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Borba's office at (310) 937-8555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Borba?
Please contact Dr. Borba's office at (310) 937-8555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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