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Dr. John Griffin, MD

Dr. John Griffin, MD

San Mateo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Griffin, Plastic Surgeon in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. John Griffin, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (650) 652-8239.

    Is Dr. Griffin board certified in Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Griffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Griffin treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:

    • Deformity of Reconstructed Breast
    • Uneven Reconstructed Breasts
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Misshapen reconstructed breast
    • Breast implant deformity
    • Abnormal breast reconstruction shape
    • Breast implant disproportion
    • Asymmetrical reconstructed breasts
    • Reconstructed breast imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N650: Deformity of reconstructed breast
    • N651: Disproportion of reconstructed breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst
    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
    • Mastectomy
    • Double mastectomy
    • Bilateral breast removal
    • Absence of both breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Skin Pigment Disorder
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Skin Color Changes
    • Pigmentation Problems
    • Skin Discoloration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L819: Disorder of pigmentation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Head, Face, or Neck
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on head
    • Lipoma of face
    • Neck fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D170: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Griffin perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Griffin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griffin's office.

    Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 652-8239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Griffin in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. John Griffin's Primary Practice

    50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 470

    San Mateo, CA 94401

    (650) 652-8239

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    Dr. John Griffin's Practice 2

    1501 Trousdale Dr

    Burlingame, CA 94010

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

    Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114933827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?

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

    What is Dr. John Griffin's specialty?

    Dr. Griffin is a Plastic Surgeon near San Mateo, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Griffin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Plastic Surgeon?

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    Is John Griffin accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Griffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (650) 652-8239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Griffin?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (650) 652-8239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Griffin have?

    Dr. John Griffin is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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