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Dr. Ben Behnam, MD

Dr. Ben Behnam, MD

Los Angeles, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behnam, Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ben Behnam, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Behnam is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behnam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behnam’s office at (310) 315-4989.

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

      What languages does Dr. Behnam speak?

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

      • English

      • Persian

      What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Behnam typically treat?

      As a Specialist, Dr. Behnam 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. Behnam. 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:

      • Dark Skin Patches
      • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
      • Hyperpigmentation
      • Melasma
      • Age spots

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

      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:

      • Numbness or Tingling
      • Neurologic Disease
      • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
      • Paresthesia
      • Skin Numbness
      • Tingling Sensation
      • Pins and Needles

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R202: Paresthesia of skin

      What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Behnam typically perform?

      As a Specialist, Dr. Behnam 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. Behnam. 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:

      • 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:

      • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
      • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
      • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
      • Advanced Wound Stitching

      CPT Codes:

      • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

      Also known as:

      • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
      • Artificial Skin Graft
      • Wound Covering Application
      • Skin Replacement Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

      Also known as:

      • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
      • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
      • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
      • Complex Body Wound Stitching

      CPT Codes:

      • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

      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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
      • Skin Conditions
      • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
      • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
      • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
      • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

      CPT Codes:

      • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

      Also known as:

      • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
      • Adjacent tissue transfer
      • Local flap surgery
      • Skin rearrangement

      CPT Codes:

      • 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

      Does Dr. Behnam accept my insurance?

      Dr. Behnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-4989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Behnam accept in Los Angeles, CA?

      Dr. Behnam in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Alignment Healthcare

      • All Other Third Party

      • Centene Corporation

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Heritage Health

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Molina Healthcare

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Behnam's office located?

      Dr. Ben Behnam's Primary Practice

      11669 Santa Monica Blvd

      Los Angeles, CA 90025

      (310) 315-4989

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      Dr. Ben Behnam's Practice 2

      8635 W 3rd St Ste 855W

      Los Angeles, CA 90048

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      Dr. Ben Behnam's Practice 3

      3918 Long Beach Blvd Ste 200

      Long Beach, CA 90807

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

      Dr. Behnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720278534.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behnam?

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

      What is Dr. Ben Behnam's specialty?

      Dr. Behnam is a Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

      Is this Dr. Ben Behnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Behnam is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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

      When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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      Is Ben Behnam accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Ben Behnam is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Ben Behnam offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (310) 315-4989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Ben Behnam?

      Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (310) 315-4989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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