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Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD

La Canada, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sherwood, Dermatopathologist in La Canada, CA?

    Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in La Canada, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Sherwood graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Dermatology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sherwood is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherwood’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherwood’s office at (818) 790-6726.

    Where did Dr. Sherwood go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Dermatology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sherwood board certified in Dermatopathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Sherwood speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sherwood treat?

    As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Sherwood 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. Sherwood. 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:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne 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:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Disease
    • Germ Infection
    • Microbial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Poikiloderma of Civatte
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Sun-induced neck discoloration
    • Red-brown neck patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L573: Poikiloderma of Civatte

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
    • Allergy
    • Rashes
    • Allergic skin rash
    • Contact allergy
    • Skin irritation from allergens

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2389: Allergic contact dermatitis due to other agents

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Thickening
    • Skin Condition
    • Thick Skin
    • Skin Hardening
    • Hyperkeratosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L858: Other specified epidermal thickening

    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:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Melanoma
    • Melanoma Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Does Dr. Sherwood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sherwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 790-6726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sherwood accept in La Canada, CA?

    Dr. Sherwood in La Canada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sherwood's office located?

    Dr. Karen Sherwood's Primary Practice

    1346 Foothill Blvd Ste 203

    La Canada, CA 91011

    (818) 790-6726

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    Dr. Karen Sherwood's Practice 2

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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

    Dr. Sherwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386646503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherwood?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Sherwood's specialty?

    Dr. Sherwood is a Dermatopathologist near La Canada, CA. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Sherwood to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Sherwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sherwood 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 Dermatopathologist?

    Explore Dermatopathologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karen Sherwood accepting new patients in La Canada, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Sherwood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Sherwood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sherwood's office at (818) 790-6726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Sherwood?

    Please contact Dr. Sherwood's office at (818) 790-6726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Sherwood have?

    Dr. Karen Sherwood is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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