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Dr. Cora Humberson, MD

La Jolla, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Humberson, Dermatopathologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Cora Humberson, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Humberson graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at Naval Med Center San Diego. Dr. Humberson is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Humberson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Humberson’s office at (858) 554-9100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Humberson?

    Dr. Cora Humberson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatopathologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Humberson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatopathology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Humberson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Naval Med Center San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Humberson speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Humberson treat?

    As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Humberson 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. Humberson. 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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • BCC on Right Arm
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
    • Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
    • Right Upper Limb BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm BCC
    • Shoulder BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip

    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:

    • 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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    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:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
    • Trunk skin lesion
    • Benign trunk skin mass
    • Lump on body skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    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

    Does Dr. Humberson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Humberson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Humberson accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Humberson in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Humberson's office located?

    Dr. Cora Humberson's Primary Practice

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-9100

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

    Dr. Humberson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154408763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Humberson?

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

    What is Dr. Cora Humberson's specialty?

    Dr. Humberson is a Dermatopathologist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Humberson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cora Humberson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Humberson is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Dermatopathologist?

    Explore Dermatopathologist 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 Cora Humberson accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Cora Humberson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cora Humberson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Humberson's office at (858) 554-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cora Humberson?

    Please contact Dr. Humberson's office at (858) 554-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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