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Dr. Matthew Willett, MD

Dr. Matthew Willett, MD

Dermatologist, Procedural Dermatologist, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Murrieta, CA

13 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Willett, Dermatologist in Murrieta, CA?

    With over 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Matthew Clifford Willett MD is a Dermatologist in Murrieta, CA, where he has established a reputation for delivering comprehensive skin care. His practice is centered on skin condition management through skin cancer surgery, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Patients often seek Dr. Willett for conditions such as Skin Condition, Benign Skin Growth, Sun Damage Skin Condition, Radiation Skin Damage, Acne, and Eczema. His expertise in managing these conditions is complemented by his proficiency in various procedures, including Skin Cancer Surgery, Wound Repair, Skin Cancer Treatment, Skin Lesion Removal, Light Therapy, and Skin Biopsy. This broad range of skills enables Dr. Willett to provide tailored care to his patients, addressing their unique skin health needs. Dr. Willett's medical training is rooted in his Doctorate from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and his Residency in Dermatology at the Naval Medical Center San Diego. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining the highest standards in his field. His practice is well-connected to local healthcare networks, with affiliations to top hospitals in the region. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Willett, who is accepting new patients and speaks Spanish. His practice is conveniently located at 25405 Hancock Ave Ste 200 in Murrieta, with additional locations in Palm Desert and Camp Pendleton, making him an accessible healthcare provider for the local community. Major insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California and UnitedHealth Group, are accepted.

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

    • Residency: Naval Medical Center San Diego

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences | United States Naval Academy

    Is Dr. Willett board certified as a Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Willett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2019

    What languages does Dr. Willett speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Willett 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. Willett. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

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

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Willett 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. Willett. 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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    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

    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. Willett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 254-3686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willett accept in Murrieta, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Willett's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Willett's Primary Practice

    25405 Hancock Ave Ste 200

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (661) 254-3686

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    Dr. Matthew Willett's Practice 2

    36867 Cook St Ste 101

    Palm Desert, CA 92211

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    Dr. Matthew Willett's Practice 3

    200 Mercy Circle

    Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

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    What hospitals are Dr. Willett affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Willett has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St Luke's Hospital,Easton, PA
    Riverside University Health System - Medical Center,Moreno Valley, CA
    Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta,Murrieta, CA
    Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital,Loma Linda, CA

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

    Dr. Willett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720328107.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willett?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Willett's specialty?

    Dr. Willett is a Dermatologist near Murrieta, 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. Matthew Willett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Willett is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Temecula Valley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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. Matthew Willett accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Willett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Willett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (661) 254-3686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Willett?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (661) 254-3686 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Willett's office located?

    Dr. Willett's offices are located in Murrieta, CA, Palm Desert, CA, and Camp Pendleton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Willett have?

    Dr. Matthew Willett is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.