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Dr. Salma Simjee, MD

Fresno, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simjee, Dermatologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Salma Simjee, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Simjee graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Dermatology; Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Simjee is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simjee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simjee’s office at (559) 435-2010.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Dermatology; Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Riverside Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Dow Medical College | Karachi Medical and Dental College

    Is Dr. Simjee board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Salma Simjee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Simjee speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Simjee treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Simjee 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. Simjee. 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:

    • 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 Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Thickened Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin hypertrophy
    • Hypertrophic skin disorder
    • Skin thickening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    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:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Pilar Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Scalp cyst
    • Trichilemmal cyst
    • Hair follicle cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst
    • L7211: Pilar cyst

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Impetigo
    • Non-Bullous Impetigo
    • Crusted Impetigo
    • Contagious Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0101: Non-bullous impetigo

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Does Dr. Simjee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simjee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 435-2010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simjee accept in Fresno, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Simjee's office located?

    Dr. Salma Simjee's Primary Practice

    1290 E Spruce Ave Ste 101

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 435-2010

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

    Dr. Simjee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497730527.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simjee?

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

    What is Dr. Salma Simjee's specialty?

    Dr. Simjee is a Dermatologist near Fresno, CA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Simjee to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salma Simjee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simjee is affiliated with Saint Agnes 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 Dermatologist?

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    Is Salma Simjee accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Salma Simjee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salma Simjee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simjee's office at (559) 435-2010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salma Simjee?

    Please contact Dr. Simjee's office at (559) 435-2010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salma Simjee have?

    Dr. Salma Simjee is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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