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Who is Dr. Pollei, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Taylor Pollei, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mission Viejo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pollei is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollei’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollei’s office at (714) 577-6031.
What languages does Dr. Pollei speak?
Dr. Pollei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Pollei typically treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pollei 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. Pollei. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
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:
- Birthmark
- Birthmarks
- Vascular Birthmark
- Nevus
- Skin Mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- I781: Nevus, non-neoplastic
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Pollei typically perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pollei 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. Pollei. 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:
- 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 Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
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
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Reconstruction
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Adjacent tissue flap surgery
- Eyelid reconstruction
- Nose reconstruction
- Lip reconstruction
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
- Local Skin Flap
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Reconstruction (Local)
- Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
- 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Does Dr. Pollei accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 577-6031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollei accept in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Pollei in Mission Viejo, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pollei's office located?
Dr. Taylor Pollei also offers virtual visits
Dr. Taylor Pollei's Primary Practice
26921 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 130
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(714) 577-6031
What is Dr. Pollei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366676942.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollei
What is Dr. Taylor Pollei's specialty?
Dr. Pollei is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Mission Viejo, CA.
What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.
Is this Dr. Taylor Pollei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollei is affiliated with Uci 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 Taylor Pollei accepting new patients in Mission Viejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Taylor Pollei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Taylor Pollei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollei's office at (714) 577-6031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Taylor Pollei?
Please contact Dr. Pollei's office at (714) 577-6031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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