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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balin, Dermatologist in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Samuel Balin, MD, PHD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balin’s office at (310) 267-2625.
What languages does Dr. Balin speak?
Dr. Balin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balin treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Balin 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. Balin. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
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:
- 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 Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Balin perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Balin 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. Balin. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- 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
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
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
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
Does Dr. Balin accept my insurance?
Dr. Balin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-2625 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balin accept in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Balin in Springfield, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Atrio Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
First Administrators
Medicare
PacificSource
Screen Actors Guild
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Where is Dr. Balin's office located?
What is Dr. Balin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518254481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balin
What is Dr. Samuel Balin's specialty?
Dr. Balin is a Dermatologist near Springfield, OR. 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. Balin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Balin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balin is affiliated with PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend, PeaceHealth Peace Harbor 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 Samuel Balin accepting new patients in Springfield, OR?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Balin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Balin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balin's office at (310) 267-2625 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Balin?
Please contact Dr. Balin's office at (310) 267-2625 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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