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Dr. Lawrence Machtinger, MD
Dermatopathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist
Newport Beach, CA
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Machtinger, Dermatopathologist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Lawrence Machtinger, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Machtinger graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Roger Williams Medical Center Program. Dr. Machtinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Machtinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Machtinger’s office at (949) 499-7288.
Where did Dr. Machtinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Roger Williams Medical Center Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Machtinger speak?
Dr. Machtinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Machtinger typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Machtinger 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. Machtinger. 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:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
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
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Machtinger typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Machtinger may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Machtinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Machtinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Machtinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 499-7288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Machtinger accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Machtinger in Newport 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Provider Networks
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Machtinger's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Machtinger's Primary Practice
1 Hoag Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 499-7288
What is Dr. Machtinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Machtinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750488607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Machtinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Machtinger
What is Dr. Lawrence Machtinger's specialty?
Dr. Machtinger is a Dermatopathologist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Machtinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Machtinger is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lawrence Machtinger accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Machtinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Machtinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Machtinger's office at (949) 499-7288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Machtinger?
Please contact Dr. Machtinger's office at (949) 499-7288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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