38 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Sofen, Dermatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Where did Dr. Sofen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Dermatology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California Los Angeles | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | UCLA VA Wadsworth Residency Program | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Sofen board certified as a Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Sofen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Sofen speak?
Dr. Sofen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Sofen typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Sofen 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. Sofen. 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:
- 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:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Acne Conglobata
- Acne
- Severe nodulocystic acne
- Deep acne cysts
- Interconnected acne lesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- L701: Acne conglobata
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
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
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Sofen typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Sofen 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. Sofen. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Does Dr. Sofen accept my insurance?
Dr. Sofen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 337-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sofen accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sofen in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sofen's office located?
Dr. Howard Sofen's Primary Practice
8930 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 114
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-7171
What hospitals are Dr. Sofen affiliated with?
Dr. Sofen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 review
Office Experience
90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Howard Sofen an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sofen has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sofen, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sofen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sofen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124026554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sofen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sofen