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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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Sherwood typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
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
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Sherwood typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Sherwood 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- 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)
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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- PDT for Skin Cancer
- Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
- Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 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
Also known as:
- High-Dose Rate Skin Brachytherapy
- Electronic Brachytherapy
- Surface Radiation Therapy
- Skin Cancer Radiation
- HDR Brachytherapy
CPT Codes:
- 0394T: High dose rate electronic brachytherapy, skin surface application, per fraction, includes basic dosimetry, when performed
Also known as:
- Freezing Removal of Penile Lesions
- Cryosurgery for Penile Warts
- Penile Lesion Cryotherapy
- Condyloma Freezing
CPT Codes:
- 54056: Destruction of lesion(s), penis (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; cryosurgery
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
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.
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
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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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