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Who is Dr. Nichols, Dermatologist in Greenbrae, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Nichols, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Greenbrae, CA. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (415) 925-0550.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nichols?
Dr. Benjamin Nichols, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nichols empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, Medical Dermatology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Greenbrae/CA community, Dr. Nichols is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nichols treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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:
- 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:
- 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 Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Adult Acne
- Facial Redness
- Red Face Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L718: Other rosacea
Also known as:
- Vitiligo
- Skin depigmentation
- White patches on skin
- Loss of skin color
ICD-10 Codes:
- L80: Vitiligo
What procedures does Dr. Nichols perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- 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
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
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
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 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)
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
- 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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 Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Skin Lesions
- PDT for precancerous skin
- Light therapy for skin lesions
- Precancerous skin treatment with light
- Actinic keratosis treatment
- PDT for Precancerous Skin
- Light Therapy for Skin Cancer
- Photosensitizing Drug Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 96574: Debridement of premalignant hyperkeratotic lesion(s) (ie, targeted curettage, abrasion) followed with photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
- 96573: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 925-0550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Greenbrae, CA?
Dr. Nichols in Greenbrae, 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
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Other Provider Networks
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
Dr. Benjamin Nichols' Primary Practice
1300 S Eliseo Dr Ste 207
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 925-0550
What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790983237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols
What is Dr. Benjamin Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Dermatologist near Greenbrae, 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. Nichols to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nichols 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
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Is Benjamin Nichols accepting new patients in Greenbrae, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (415) 925-0550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (415) 925-0550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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