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Dr. Erik Schten, MD

Dr. Erik Schten, MD

San Rafael, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Schten, Internist in San Rafael, CA?

    Dr. Erik Schten, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Rafael, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Schten completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schten is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schten’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schten’s office at (415) 448-1555.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schten?

    Dr. Erik Schten, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schten empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, Primary Care, Skin Diseases, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Rafael, CA community, Dr. Schten is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Schten board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Schten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schten speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Schten typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Schten 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. Schten. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    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:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Schten typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Schten 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. Schten. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Schten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 448-1555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schten accept in San Rafael, CA?

    Dr. Schten in San Rafael, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Schten's office located?

    Dr. Erik Schten's Primary Practice

    750 Las Gallinas Ave Ste 205

    San Rafael, CA 94903

    (415) 448-1555

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    Dr. Erik Schten's Practice 2

    400 Professional Center Dr Ste 424

    Novato, CA 94947

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

    Dr. Schten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558461103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schten?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Schten's specialty?

    Dr. Schten is a Internist near San Rafael, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Erik Schten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Schten 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

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    Is Erik Schten accepting new patients in San Rafael, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Schten is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Schten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schten's office at (415) 448-1555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erik Schten?

    Please contact Dr. Schten's office at (415) 448-1555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Schten have?

    Dr. Erik Schten is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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