Who is Dr. Hamman, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Hamman, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Pacific Dermatology Association, and Society of Academic Emergency Medicine.
Dr. Hamman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamman’s office at (858) 454-4300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hamman?
Dr. Michael Hamman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon 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. Hamman empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Mohs Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Hamman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hamman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Hamman board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hamman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Hamman speak?
Dr. Hamman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hamman treat?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Hamman 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. Hamman. 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:
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:
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:
Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
Scalp BCC
Neck BCC
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
Facial SCC
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
Face Skin Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
C44329: Squamous 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:
Actinic Keratosis
Skin Condition
Sun Exposure
Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Solar keratosis
Precancerous skin lesion
Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
L570: Actinic keratosis
What procedures does Dr. Hamman perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Hamman 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. Hamman. 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:
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
Mohs Surgery (Additional Stage)
Mohs Surgery
Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
Mohs Excision
Precision Skin Cancer Removal
Mohs surgery body
Skin cancer removal trunk
Micrographic surgery arms
Precise skin cancer surgery legs
Mohs micrographic surgery
Skin cancer removal with mapping
Staged skin cancer surgery
Skin Cancer Removal Surgery
Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
17314: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
17315: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), each additional block after the first 5 tissue blocks, any stage (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
12053: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 5.1 cm to 7.5 cm
12041: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.5 cm or less
13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
12044: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
12054: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
Also known as:
Mohs Surgery
Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
Skin Cancer Destruction (Body/Limbs)
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Skin Cancer Removal
Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
PDT for Skin Cancer
Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin
Malignant Lesion Destruction
Skin Tumor Removal without Cutting
Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day
17263: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 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)
11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
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
Also known as:
Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
Facial Tissue Reconstruction
Local Flap Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
Facial Reconstruction
Adjacent tissue flap surgery
Eyelid reconstruction
Nose reconstruction
Lip reconstruction
CPT Codes:
14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
Malignant Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal
Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
Genital Lesion Excision
Benign Skin Growth Excision
Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
Mole Removal
Skin Tumor Excision
Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
Skin Cancer Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (2.1-3.0 cm)
Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
Malignant Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal
Cancerous Mole Removal
Skin Cancer Excision
Malignant Mole Removal
Tumor Removal from Skin
Wide Excision of Skin Lesion
Skin Cancer Surgery
Malignant Melanoma Removal
Wide Local Excision Skin
Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
Lip Cancer Removal
Facial Skin Cancer Excision
Malignant Lesion Removal (Head/Face)
Skin Tumor Removal (Sensitive Areas)
Skin cancer excision
Malignant mole removal
Cancerous skin lesion surgery
Skin tumor removal
CPT Codes:
11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
11622: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11623: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
11643: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
11601: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
Skin Biopsy
Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
Shave Biopsy
Tangential Biopsy
Skin Lesion Biopsy
Shave biopsy
Tangential skin biopsy
Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
Adjacent tissue transfer
Local flap surgery
Skin rearrangement
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Rearrangement Procedure
Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Facial Skin Graft
Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
Full Thickness Graft for Face
Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
Facial skin graft
Hand skin graft
Neck skin graft
Genital skin graft
CPT Codes:
15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less
Also known as:
Complex Repair of Face Wounds
Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
Eyelid Repair
Nose Laceration Repair
Lip Wound Surgery
Complex Laceration Repair
Deep Wound Closure
Surgical Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
Facial mole removal
Eyelid lesion excision
Lip lesion removal
Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq 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:
Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
Local Skin Flap
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Skin Reconstruction (Local)
Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
Nail Biopsy
Biopsy
Nail Bed Biopsy
Nail Matrix Biopsy
Fingernail Biopsy
Toenail Biopsy
CPT Codes:
11755: Biopsy of nail unit (eg, plate, bed, matrix, hyponychium, proximal and lateral nail folds) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Head)
Facial Lesion Excision
Skin Growth Removal
Benign Tumor Excision
Head/Neck Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
11443: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
Skin Cancer Excision
Large Malignant Growth Removal
Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
Complex Repair of Eyelid, Nose, Ear, or Lip (1.1-2.5 cm)
Facial Feature Complex Repair
Complex Wound Closure Face
Reconstructive Surgery Face
CPT Codes:
13151: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
Large Tumor Removal from Face or Scalp
Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
Flank Tumor Removal
Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
Back Tumor Surgery
Soft tissue tumor excision
Subcutaneous tumor removal
Facial lump removal
Face Tumor Excision
Scalp Tumor Removal (Deep)
Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Face/Scalp)
Subfascial Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
21012: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; 2 cm or greater
21014: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face and scalp, subfascial (eg, subgaleal, intramuscular); 2 cm or greater
Also known as:
Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
Autogenous ear cartilage graft
Nose cartilage reconstruction
Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Forearm/Wrist)
Forearm Tumor Excision
Wrist Soft Tissue Mass Removal
Subcutaneous Tumor Removal Arm
Small Tumor Removal Forearm
CPT Codes:
25075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
External Ear Biopsy
Outer Ear Biopsy
Ear Skin Biopsy
Ear Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
69100: Biopsy external ear
Does Dr. Hamman accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 454-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hamman in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Hamman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538346911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamman
What is Dr. Michael Hamman's specialty?
Dr. Hamman is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Hamman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Hamman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamman is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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.
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Is Michael Hamman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hamman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hamman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamman's office at (858) 454-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hamman?
Please contact Dr. Hamman's office at (858) 454-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Hamman have?
Dr. Michael Hamman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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