Dr. John Griffin, MD
San Mateo, CA
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. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (650) 652-8230.
Is Dr. Griffin board certified as a 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 a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Griffin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Griffin typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Griffin 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
- Liposuction Fat Grafting
- Body Fat Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
- 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 652-8230 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
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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) 652-8230
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.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 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) 652-8230 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) 652-8230 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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