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Dr. Chelsea Fidai, MD

MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dermatologist, Procedural Dermatologist

Manhattan Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fidai, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Chelsea Fidai, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Manhattan Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fidai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fidai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fidai’s office at (310) 546-1188.

    What languages does Dr. Fidai speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Fidai typically treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Fidai 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. Fidai. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    What procedures does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon like Dr. Fidai typically perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Fidai 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. Fidai. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    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

    Also known as:

    • Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Complex Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure
    • Surgical Skin Repair
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 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:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Fidai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fidai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 546-1188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fidai accept in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Fidai in Manhattan Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • AllCare Health

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fidai's office located?

    Dr. Chelsea Fidai's Primary Practice

    1101 N Sepulveda Blvd Ste 100

    Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

    (310) 546-1188

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    Dr. Chelsea Fidai's Practice 2

    3736 Atlantic Ave Ste 101

    Long Beach, CA 90807

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    Dr. Chelsea Fidai's Practice 3

    4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 710

    Torrance, CA 90503

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

    Dr. Fidai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841653714.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fidai?

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

    What is Dr. Chelsea Fidai's specialty?

    Dr. Fidai is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Manhattan Beach, CA.

    What does a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Chelsea Fidai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fidai is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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 Dr. Chelsea Fidai accepting new patients in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chelsea Fidai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chelsea Fidai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fidai's office at (310) 546-1188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chelsea Fidai?

    Please contact Dr. Fidai's office at (310) 546-1188 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fidai's office located?

    Dr. Fidai's offices are located in Manhattan Beach, CA, Long Beach, CA, and Torrance, CA.