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Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar, MD

Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar, MD

San Carlos, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bhatnagar, Dermatologist in San Carlos, CA?

    Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Carlos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhatnagar graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the , American Academy of Dermatology. Dr Bhatnagar teaches medical students and residents as an Assista and AAD Membership:. Dr. Bhatnagar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhatnagar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhatnagar’s office at (650) 596-4160.

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

    • Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals | University California

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Bhatnagar board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Bhatnagar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bhatnagar treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bhatnagar 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. Bhatnagar. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acne
    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne breakouts
    • Pimples
    • Zits
    • Common acne
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L708: Other acne
    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Red Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Erythematous rash
    • Skin redness
    • Inflamed skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L539: Erythematous condition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does Dr. Bhatnagar perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bhatnagar 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. Bhatnagar. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Does Dr. Bhatnagar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bhatnagar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 596-4160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bhatnagar accept in San Carlos, CA?

    Dr. Bhatnagar in San Carlos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Humana

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bhatnagar's office located?

    Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar's Primary Practice

    301 Industrial Rd

    San Carlos, CA 94070

    (650) 596-4160

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    Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar's Practice 2

    2950 Whipple Ave

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar's Practice 3

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    , American Academy of Dermatology. Dr Bhatnagar teaches medical students and residents as an Assista

    Fellow

    AAD Membership:

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Bhatnagar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063423226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhatnagar?

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

    What is Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar's specialty?

    Dr. Bhatnagar is a Dermatologist near San Carlos, 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. Bhatnagar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bhatnagar is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Rajiv Bhatnagar accepting new patients in San Carlos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bhatnagar's office at (650) 596-4160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rajiv Bhatnagar?

    Please contact Dr. Bhatnagar's office at (650) 596-4160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar have?

    Dr. Rajiv Bhatnagar is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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