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Dr. Ekama Carlson, MD, PHD

San Francisco, CA

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    Who is Dr. Carlson, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Ekama Carlson, MD, PHD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (415) 226-9431.

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carlson treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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:

    • Skin Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Dermatologic surgery recovery
    • Skin graft aftercare
    • Subcutaneous tissue post-op care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • 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
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Dark Spots After Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots
    • PIH
    • Post-Acne Marks
    • Skin Discoloration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
    • L810: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cysts
    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair follicle cysts
    • Dermal cysts
    • Subcutaneous cysts
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Face
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Facial nevus
    • Birthmark on face
    • Facial spot
    • Beauty mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    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

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 226-9431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Ekama Carlson's Primary Practice

    2100 Webster St Ste 506

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 226-9431

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    Dr. Ekama Carlson's Practice 2

    1701 Divisadero St Fl 3

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Ekama Carlson's Practice 3

    99 Montecillo Rd

    San Rafael, CA 94903

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ekama Carlson?

    Dr. Carlson has appointments available at her San Francisco, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245532159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson?

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

    What is Dr. Ekama Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Carlson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ekama Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Carlson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Explore MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon 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 Ekama Carlson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ekama Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ekama Carlson offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carlson, or call (415) 226-9431 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Ekama Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (415) 226-9431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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