18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Carlin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- 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
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
What procedures does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Carlin typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Carlin 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- 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
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion 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
- 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
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:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?
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).
Is this Dr. Christopher Carlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carlin is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 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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