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Dr. Joyce Teng, MD

Dr. Joyce Teng, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Teng, Pediatric Dermatologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Joyce Teng, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Teng graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Med Center. Dr. Teng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teng’s office at (650) 721-1227.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Colorado Health Science Center, Aurora, CO | University of Colorado Health Science Center CO | Fellowship, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Institute Molecular Immunology

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University Med Center | Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Teng board certified as a Pediatric Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Teng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 2006, American Board of Dermatology since 2005

    What languages does Dr. Teng speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Teng typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Teng 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. Teng. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Vascular Malformation
    • Birth Defect
    • Birth Defects
    • Blood Vessel Birth Defect
    • Vascular Anomaly
    • Limb Vascular Defect
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Congenital Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
    • Q899: Congenital malformation, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Birthmark
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus at birth
    • Mole at birth
    • Congenital melanocytic nevus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus

    Also known as:

    • Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Arteriovenous Malformation
    • Vascular Malformation
    • AVM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2730: Arteriovenous malformation, site unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Dermatologist like Dr. Teng typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Teng 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. Teng. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
    • Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Vascular Lesion Destruction
    • Cutaneous Lesion Removal
    • Laser Skin Treatment
    • Skin Growth Removal
    • Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
    • Laser Skin Lesion Removal
    • Vascular Birthmark Treatment
    • Skin Growth Removal (Laser)
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
    • 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Teng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Teng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 721-1227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Teng accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Teng in Palo Alto, 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

    • California Water Service Group

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Teng's office located?

    Dr. Joyce Teng's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 721-1227

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    Dr. Joyce Teng's Practice 2

    14601 S Bascom Ave Ste 200

    Los Gatos, CA 95032

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    Dr. Joyce Teng's Practice 3

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Teaching Award,

    University of Wisconsin-Madison

    American Society of Dermatologic Surgery

    Preceptorship Award

    Society of Pediatric Dermatology

    William Weston Research Award

    Women's Dermatology Society

    Mentorship Award

    Dermatology Foundation

    Research Award

    Publications

    An open-label study to evaluate sildefil for the treatment of lymphatic malformations.

    , 2014

    Familial Urticaria Pigmentosa: Report of a Family and Review of the Role of KIT Mutations

    , 2013

    Tuberous sclerosis complex diagnostic criteria update

    , 2013

    Tuberous sclerosis complex surveillance and magement

    , 2013

    Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans in Children: an Update on the Diagnosis and Treatment

    , 2012

    Effective Topical Combition Therapy for Treatment of Lichen Striatus in Children

    , 2012

    Progress towards genetic and pharmacological therapies for keratin genodermatoses

    , 2012

    Treatment of Recalcitrant Excessive Granulation Tissue with Photodymic Therapy in an Eight-Year

    , 2012

    Chemically defined conditions for human iPSC derivation and culture

    , 2011

    A Case of Sclerodermatous Graft-versus-Host Disease Responsive to Imatinib Therapy

    , 2011

    Lipoatrophic Panniculitis Case Report and Review of the Literature

    , 2010

    Topical Rapamycin A Novel Approach to Facial Angiofibromas in Tuberous Sclerosis

    , 2010

    Rapid Improvement in Digital Ischemia

    , 2010

    Mohs Surgical Excision of a Granular Cell Tumor with Plexiform Features on the Arm of a 7-Year

    , 2010

    Sweet's panniculitis associated with metastatic breast cancer

    , 2007

    CD2-mediated activation of the Tec

    , 1998

    Alysis of CD28 cytoplasmic tail tyrosine residues as regulators

    , 1997

    The Tec family tyrosine kises BTK and ITK in lymphocyte development and activation

    , 1997

    Phosphorylation of each of the distal three tyrosines of the CD28 cytopl

    , 1996

    CD28-mediated cytotoxicity by the human leukemic NK cell line YT involves tyrosine phosphorylation

    , 1996

    RESIDUES OUTSIDE OF THE HLA-A2 PEPTIDE

    , 1994

    BOTH MAJOR AND MINOR PEPTIDE-BINDING POCKETS IN HLA

    , 1994

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

    Dr. Teng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801850854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teng?

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

    What is Dr. Joyce Teng's specialty?

    Dr. Teng is a Pediatric Dermatologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    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. Joyce Teng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Teng is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Joyce Teng accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Teng is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joyce Teng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Teng's office at (650) 721-1227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joyce Teng?

    Please contact Dr. Teng's office at (650) 721-1227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Teng have?

    Dr. Joyce Teng is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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