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Dr. Michael Gifford, MD

Dermatologist

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gifford, Dermatologist in San Jose, CA?

    Specializing in injection for patients with dermatitis, offering focused clinical care. Dr. Michael E. Gifford MD is a Dermatologist in San Jose, CA, with a practice that extends to surrounding communities, including Santa Clara. His expertise is rooted in addressing complex skin conditions that affect patients' quality of life. With a clinical focus on managing dermatitis, sun damage skin conditions, and various skin scarring disorders, Dr. Gifford employs a range of procedures to restore skin health. These include injections for targeted relief, skin lesion removal to eliminate problematic growths, and skin biopsies to accurately diagnose skin conditions. Light therapy is also utilized to treat specific skin concerns, such as acne and other skin conditions. By combining these treatments, Dr. Gifford helps patients achieve significant improvements in their skin health and overall well-being. Dr. Gifford's training and credentials are aligned with his clinical focus. As a Dermatologist affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, a top-ranked hospital in California, he brings a high level of expertise to his practice. His commitment to staying current with the latest dermatological advancements ensures that his patients receive the most effective treatments available. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Gifford, who accepts various insurance carriers, including All Other Third Party. Appointments are available at his primary location in San Jose, as well as at his secondary location in Santa Clara.

    What languages does Dr. Gifford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Gifford typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gifford 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. Gifford. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acne
    • Pimples
    • Zits
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L709: Acne, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Gifford typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gifford 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. Gifford. 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:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Gifford accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Gifford's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Gifford's office located?

    Dr. Michael Gifford's Primary Practice

    260 International Cir

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 972-7000

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    Dr. Michael Gifford's Practice 2

    700 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

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

    Dr. Gifford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588740005.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gifford?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Gifford's specialty?

    Dr. Gifford is a Dermatologist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Michael Gifford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gifford is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Gifford accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Gifford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Gifford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gifford's office at (408) 972-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Gifford?

    Please contact Dr. Gifford's office at (408) 972-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gifford's office located?

    Dr. Gifford's offices are located in San Jose, CA and Santa Clara, CA.