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Dr. Alessandra Chen, MD

Citrus Heights, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Dermatologist in Citrus Heights, CA?

    Dr. Alessandra Chen, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Citrus Heights, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (323) 409-3360.

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chen 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. Chen. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • Pimples
    • Zits
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L709: Acne, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chen 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. Chen. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Limbs)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Small Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitals)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair
    • Laceration Repair
    • Surgical Wound Repair
    • Injury Stitching
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair
    • Minor Wound Closure
    • Intermediate Wound Stitching
    • Surgical Repair of Small Wounds

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
    • 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
    • 12041: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery (Additional 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
    • Mohs micrographic surgery
    • Skin cancer removal with mapping
    • Staged skin cancer surgery

    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
    • 17314: 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; 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 Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth
    • Mole Removal (Large)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 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
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 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)
    • 11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
    • PDT for Skin Cancer
    • Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
    • Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin

    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)
    • 96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    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:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
    • Full Thickness Graft for Face
    • Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    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:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 409-3360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Citrus Heights, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Citrus Heights, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Alessandra Chen's Primary Practice

    7115 Greenback Ln Fl 1

    Citrus Heights, CA 95621

    (323) 409-3360

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    Dr. Alessandra Chen's Practice 2

    9500 Gilman Dr Dept 975

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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    Dr. Alessandra Chen's Practice 3

    8899 University Center Ln Ste 350

    San Diego, CA 92122

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

    Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902367378.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?

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

    What is Dr. Alessandra Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Dermatologist near Citrus Heights, 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. Chen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alessandra Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Woodland Memorial 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 Alessandra Chen accepting new patients in Citrus Heights, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alessandra Chen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alessandra Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 409-3360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alessandra Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 409-3360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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