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Dr. Amy Adams, MD

Dr. Amy Adams, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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    Who is Dr. Adams, Dermatologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Amy Adams, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Adams graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Dermatology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Adams is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (650) 321-4121.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Dermatology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics | Massachusetts General Hospital | Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Adams board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Adams treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous skin growths
    • Skin lesions
    • Benign skin masses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Lichen Planopilaris
    • Hair Loss
    • Inflammatory hair loss
    • Follicular lichen planus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L661: Lichen planopilaris

    Also known as:

    • Bullous Pemphigoid
    • Pemphigus
    • Large blister skin disease
    • Autoimmune blistering rash
    • Skin blistering disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L120: Bullous pemphigoid

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Facial redness
    • Adult acne
    • Rosy cheeks condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • California Water Service Group

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Amy Adams' Primary Practice

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (650) 321-4121

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    Dr. Amy Adams' Practice 2

    370 Distel Cir

    Los Altos, CA 94022

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    Dr. Amy Adams' Practice 3

    2400 Samaritan Dr

    San Jose, CA 95124

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

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679643928.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Adams's specialty?

    Dr. Adams is a Dermatologist near Palo Alto, 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. Adams to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Adams 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

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    Is Amy Adams accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Adams have?

    Dr. Amy Adams is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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