Dr. Shahrzad Akbary, DO
Dermatologist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Porter Ranch, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akbary, Dermatologist in Porter Ranch, CA?
Specializing in skin lesion removal for patients with sun damage skin condition, offering focused clinical care. Dr. Shahrzad Akbary DO, a dermatologist in Porter Ranch, CA, provides comprehensive skin care to her local community. With multiple practice locations across the San Fernando Valley, including Santa Clarita and Mission Hills, she is well-positioned to serve patients throughout the region. With a clinical focus on managing sun damage skin conditions, benign skin growths, and various skin conditions such as acne and dermatitis, Dr. Akbary's expertise encompasses a range of diagnostic and treatment procedures. Her practice involves performing skin lesion removals, skin biopsies, and other skin procedures to address these conditions effectively. By combining these procedures with thorough patient evaluation, she helps restore skin health and reduce the risk of future skin issues. Dr. Akbary is affiliated with top hospitals in the area, including Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, and Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia. Her medical practice is inclusive, with language support for Persian and Spanish-speaking patients, and she accepts a wide range of insurance carriers, including major providers like Humana and UnitedHealth Group. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Akbary, who is currently accepting new patients. Her practice is conveniently located at 19950 Rinaldi St in Porter Ranch, making it easily accessible for those seeking dermatological care in the local area.
What languages does Dr. Akbary speak?
Dr. Akbary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Akbary typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Akbary 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. Akbary. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Akbary typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Akbary 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. Akbary. 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 here.
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
- 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)
- 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Does Dr. Akbary accept my insurance?
Dr. Akbary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 403-2450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akbary accept in Porter Ranch, CA?
Dr. Akbary in Porter Ranch, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akbary's office located?
Dr. Shahrzad Akbary's Primary Practice
19950 Rinaldi St
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
(818) 403-2450
What is Dr. Akbary's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akbary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801279948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akbary?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akbary
What is Dr. Shahrzad Akbary's specialty?
Dr. Akbary is a Dermatologist near Porter Ranch, 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 this Dr. Shahrzad Akbary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akbary is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall 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 Shahrzad Akbary accepting new patients in Porter Ranch, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shahrzad Akbary is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahrzad Akbary offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akbary's office at (818) 403-2450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahrzad Akbary?
Please contact Dr. Akbary's office at (818) 403-2450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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