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Who is Dr. Eichenfield, Pediatric Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Eichenfield is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eichenfield’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eichenfield’s office at (858) 966-6795.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Eichenfield?
Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Dermatologist 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. Eichenfield empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, Atopic Dermatitis, Hemangiomas, Laser Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Eichenfield is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Eichenfield go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny
Is Dr. Eichenfield board certified as a Pediatric Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Eichenfield speak?
Dr. Eichenfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Eichenfield treat?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Eichenfield 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. Eichenfield. 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Eczema
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Infantile Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Allergic eczema
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
- Baby eczema
- Childhood atopic dermatitis
- Infant skin rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
- L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Birthmark
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Nevus at birth
- Mole at birth
- Congenital melanocytic nevus
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Vitiligo
- Skin depigmentation
- White patches on skin
- Loss of skin color
ICD-10 Codes:
- L80: Vitiligo
Also known as:
- Alopecia Areata
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
ICD-10 Codes:
- L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic 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
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Eichenfield perform?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Eichenfield 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. Eichenfield. 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
- Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Laser Skin Lesion Removal
- Vascular Birthmark Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal (Laser)
- Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Cutaneous Lesion Removal
- Laser Skin Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal
- Skin Growth Destruction
- Benign Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
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
- 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 sq cm
- 17106: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); less than 10 sq cm
- 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
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:
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Lesion Destruction
- Laser Vascular Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Laser Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17107: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); 10.0 to 50.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
- Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
- Injections for Skin Growths
- Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
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. Eichenfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Eichenfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eichenfield accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Eichenfield in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Eichenfield's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-6795
What is Dr. Eichenfield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eichenfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477624138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eichenfield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eichenfield
What is Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield's specialty?
Dr. Eichenfield is a Pediatric Dermatologist near San Diego, CA. With advanced training, a pediatric dermatologist has acquired knowledge in dealing with particular types of skin disorders, focusing mainly on conditions that predominantly impact infants, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Eichenfield to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Eichenfield is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego, UC San Diego Medical Center. 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 Lawrence Eichenfield accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eichenfield's office at (858) 966-6795 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Eichenfield?
Please contact Dr. Eichenfield's office at (858) 966-6795 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield have?
Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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