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Dr. Robert Dorschner, MD

Dr. Robert Dorschner, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dorschner, Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Robert Dorschner, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Dorschner graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Dorschner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorschner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorschner’s office at (858) 822-3958.

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

    • Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Dermatologist

    Is Dr. Dorschner board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dorschner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Dorschner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dorschner treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Dorschner 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. Dorschner. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    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:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Pemphigus Vulgaris
    • Pemphigus
    • Autoimmune blistering skin disease
    • Blistering skin condition
    • PV

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L100: Pemphigus vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Vitiligo
    • Skin depigmentation
    • White patches on skin
    • Loss of skin color

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L80: Vitiligo

    Also known as:

    • Hair Follicle Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Follicle problem
    • Scalp condition
    • Hair root issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L739: Follicular disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Underarm Sweating
    • Sweat
    • Axillary hyperhidrosis
    • Sweaty armpits
    • Underarm hyperhidrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L74510: Primary focal hyperhidrosis, axilla

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Does Dr. Dorschner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dorschner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-3958 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dorschner accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Dorschner 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dorschner's office located?

    Dr. Robert Dorschner's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (858) 822-3958

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    Dr. Robert Dorschner's Practice 2

    Ucsd Division Of Dermatology 8899 University Center Ln Ste 350

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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    8899 University Center Lane Ste 350

    Ucsd Division of Dermatology

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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

    Dr. Dorschner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306103924.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorschner?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Dorschner's specialty?

    Dr. Dorschner is a Dermatologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Dorschner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Dorschner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dorschner is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist 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 Robert Dorschner accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dorschner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Dorschner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dorschner's office at (858) 822-3958 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Dorschner?

    Please contact Dr. Dorschner's office at (858) 822-3958 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Dorschner have?

    Dr. Robert Dorschner is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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