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Dr. Jenna Lester, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lester, Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Jenna Lester, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lester’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lester’s office at (415) 353-7800.

    What languages does Dr. Lester speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lester treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Lester 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. Lester. 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 Rash
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Rashes
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    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:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    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:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis

    What procedures does Dr. Lester perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Lester 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. Lester. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 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
    • 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)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
    • Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
    • Injections for Skin Growths
    • Steroid Injections for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions

    Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lester's office located?

    Dr. Jenna Lester's Primary Practice

    1701 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 353-7800

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    Dr. Jenna Lester's Practice 2

    515 Spruce St

    San Francisco, CA 94118

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    Dr. Jenna Lester's Practice 3

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295148773.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lester?

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

    What is Dr. Jenna Lester's specialty?

    Dr. Lester is a Dermatologist near San Francisco, 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. Lester to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jenna Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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

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    Is Jenna Lester accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jenna Lester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jenna Lester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (415) 353-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jenna Lester?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (415) 353-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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