22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nowfar-Rad, Dermatopathologist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nowfar-Rad graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at University of Minnesota Program. He is a member of the AAD Membership:. Dr. Nowfar-Rad is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nowfar-Rad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nowfar-Rad’s office at (818) 403-2400.
Where did Dr. Nowfar-Rad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Nowfar-Rad board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Nowfar-Rad speak?
Dr. Nowfar-Rad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Nowfar-Rad typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Nowfar-Rad 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. Nowfar-Rad. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Nowfar-Rad typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Nowfar-Rad 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. Nowfar-Rad. 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Nowfar-Rad accept my insurance?
Dr. Nowfar-Rad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 403-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nowfar-Rad accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Nowfar-Rad in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nowfar-Rad's office located?
Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad's Primary Practice
50 Bellefontaine St
Pasadena, CA 91105
(818) 403-2400
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AAD Membership:
Fellow
What is Dr. Nowfar-Rad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nowfar-Rad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912979048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nowfar-Rad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nowfar-Rad
What is Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad's specialty?
Dr. Nowfar-Rad is a Dermatopathologist near Pasadena, CA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nowfar-Rad is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Pih Health Good Samaritan 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 Mehran Nowfar-Rad accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nowfar-Rad's office at (818) 403-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehran Nowfar-Rad?
Please contact Dr. Nowfar-Rad's office at (818) 403-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad have?
Dr. Mehran Nowfar-Rad is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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