25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mofid, Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?
Patients dealing with sun damage skin condition benefit from an approach centered on skin lesion removal and targeted intervention. Dr. Mona Mofid MD, a dermatologist in San Diego, CA, has built a practice focused on addressing the complex needs of patients with various skin concerns. With locations in San Diego and Coronado, she provides accessible care to the local community. With a clinical focus on managing sun damage skin condition, radiation skin damage, and benign skin growths, Dr. Mofid's expertise encompasses a range of procedures, including skin lesion removal, skin biopsy, and injection therapies. Her approach is tailored to the individual needs of each patient, ensuring comprehensive care for conditions that affect the skin. By combining precise diagnosis with effective treatment strategies, Dr. Mofid helps patients achieve optimal skin health. Dr. Mofid began practicing in 2001 and is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital, both top-ranked institutions in their respective areas. She is fluent in French and Italian, making her services more accessible to a diverse patient population. Dr. Mofid accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California, Humana, and Medicare. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Mofid, who is accepting new patients. Her practice is committed to providing personalized care, and appointments are available at her San Diego or Coronado locations.
What languages does Dr. Mofid speak?
Dr. Mofid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Mofid typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mofid 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. Mofid. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
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:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Mofid typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Mofid 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. Mofid. 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 Precancerous Skin Spots
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Skin Growth Destruction
- Benign Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
CPT Codes:
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more 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)
- 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
- 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single 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
Does Dr. Mofid accept my insurance?
Dr. Mofid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 412-3271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mofid accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mofid in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mofid's office located?
Dr. Mona Mofid's Primary Practice
8929 University Center Ln Ste 202
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 412-3271
What is Dr. Mofid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mofid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730167677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mofid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mofid
What is Dr. Mona Mofid's specialty?
Dr. Mofid is a Dermatologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Dermatologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mona Mofid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mofid is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Mona Mofid accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mona Mofid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mona Mofid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mofid's office at (858) 412-3271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mona Mofid?
Please contact Dr. Mofid's office at (858) 412-3271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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