18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Carlin, Procedural Dermatologist in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Christopher Carlin, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Carlin graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program. He is a member of the AAD Membership:. Dr. Carlin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlin’s office at (949) 489-4290.
Where did Dr. Carlin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Carlin board certified in Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Carlin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Carlin speak?
Dr. Carlin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Carlin treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Carlin 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. Carlin. 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:
- 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:
- 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
- D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip
- D2262: Melanocytic nevi of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Dry Skin
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L853: Xerosis cutis
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:
- 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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
- Mole on Right Leg or Hip
- Mole on Face
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Right upper limb nevus
- Birthmark on right arm
- Right shoulder spot
- Right arm mole
- Right lower limb nevus
- Birthmark on right leg
- Right hip spot
- Right leg mole
- Facial nevus
- Birthmark on face
- Facial spot
- Beauty mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder
- D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip
- D2239: Melanocytic nevi 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:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Seborrheic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Adult Acne
- Facial Redness
- Red Face Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L718: Other rosacea
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Which procedures does Dr. Carlin perform as a Procedural Dermatologist?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Carlin 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. Carlin's office.
Does Dr. Carlin accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 489-4290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlin accept in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Carlin in San Clemente, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carlin's office located?
Dr. Christopher Carlin's Primary Practice
1300 Avenida Vista Hermosa Ste 240
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 489-4290
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AAD Membership:
Fellow
What is Dr. Carlin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336186493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carlin
What is Dr. Christopher Carlin's specialty?
Dr. Carlin is a Procedural Dermatologist near San Clemente, CA. Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers). Contact Dr. Carlin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Carlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carlin 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
Where can I learn more about Procedural Dermatologist?
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Is Christopher Carlin accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Carlin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Carlin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlin's office at (949) 489-4290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Carlin?
Please contact Dr. Carlin's office at (949) 489-4290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Carlin have?
Dr. Christopher Carlin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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