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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shustef, Dermatopathologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Elina Shustef, DO is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Shustef is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shustef’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shustef’s office at (858) 554-8605.
What languages does Dr. Shustef speak?
Dr. Shustef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shustef treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Shustef 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. Shustef. 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:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
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:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Which procedures does Dr. Shustef perform as a Dermatopathologist?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elina Shustef may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shustef's office.
Does Dr. Shustef accept my insurance?
Dr. Shustef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shustef accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Shustef in La Jolla, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
HealthComp
OptumRx
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shustef's office located?
Dr. Elina Shustef's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-8605
What is Dr. Shustef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shustef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578843678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shustef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shustef
What is Dr. Elina Shustef's specialty?
Dr. Shustef is a Dermatopathologist near La Jolla, CA. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Shustef to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elina Shustef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shustef is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
Where can I learn more about Dermatopathologist?
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Is Elina Shustef accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elina Shustef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elina Shustef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shustef's office at (858) 554-8605 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elina Shustef?
Please contact Dr. Shustef's office at (858) 554-8605 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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