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Dr. James Heinrich, MD

Mission Viejo, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heinrich, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Dr. James Heinrich, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mission Viejo, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Heinrich completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Heinrich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heinrich’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heinrich’s office at (949) 364-2440.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Heinrich board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Heinrich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Heinrich speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Heinrich treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Heinrich 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. Heinrich. 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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • 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:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    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:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Vasculitis
    • Vasculitis
    • Cutaneous Vasculitis
    • Inflammation of Skin Blood Vessels
    • Vasculitic Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L958: Other vasculitis limited to the skin

    What procedures does Dr. Heinrich perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Heinrich 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. Heinrich. 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:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Additional Area)
    • Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching
    • Extensive Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Scalp/Limbs)
    • Complex Skin Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Repair
    • Trunk Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13122: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Repair of Face Wounds
    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Complex Skin Repair (Additional Area)
    • Eyelid Repair
    • Nose Laceration Repair
    • Lip Wound Surgery
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching
    • Complex Laceration Repair
    • Advanced Wound Closure
    • Skin Grafting for Complex Wounds

    CPT Codes:

    • 13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13133: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Large Skin Cancer Removal from Face
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (2.1-3.0 cm)
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal
    • Facial Skin Cancer Excision
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Head/Face)
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Sensitive Areas)
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Facial Tumor Removal
    • Lip Cancer Surgery
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision
    • Excision of Skin Tumor
    • Face Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Melanoma Removal
    • Wide Local Excision Skin
    • Malignant Mole Removal
    • Tumor Removal from Skin
    • Wide Excision of Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11643: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11644: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
    • 11646: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
    • 11623: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Facial Tissue Reconstruction
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction
    • Adjacent tissue flap surgery
    • Eyelid reconstruction
    • Nose reconstruction
    • Lip reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
    • 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
    • Full Thickness Graft for Face
    • Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips - Large)
    • Facial Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision
    • Lip Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Facial Skin Cancer Removal
    • Large Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Laser Removal of Facial Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 17286: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion Excision
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    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:

    • Complex Repair of Eyelid, Nose, Ear, or Lip (1.1-2.5 cm)
    • Facial Feature Complex Repair
    • Complex Wound Closure Face
    • Reconstructive Surgery Face

    CPT Codes:

    • 13151: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Repair of Eyelids, Nose, Ears, or Lips
    • Facial Reconstruction Surgery
    • Complex Facial Wound Repair
    • Eyelid, Nose, Ear, Lip Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 13153: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Head)
    • Facial Lesion Excision
    • Skin Growth Removal
    • Benign Tumor Excision
    • Head/Neck Lesion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11443: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Procedure for Face
    • Flap delay surgery
    • Flap division and inset
    • Facial skin flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 15630: Delay of flap or sectioning of flap (division and inset); at eyelids, nose, ears, or lips

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Nose Job with Septum Repair
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
    • Primary Rhinoplasty
    • Septorhinoplasty
    • Nasal Reshaping
    • Cosmetic Nose Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
    • 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair
    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Also known as:

    • Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Skin Lesions
    • PDT for Precancerous Skin
    • Light Therapy for Skin Cancer
    • Photosensitizing Drug Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 96573: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Heinrich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heinrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 364-2440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heinrich accept in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Dr. Heinrich in Mission Viejo, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Community Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Heinrich's office located?

    Dr. James Heinrich's Primary Practice

    26730 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 250

    Mission Viejo, CA 92691

    (949) 364-2440

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

    Dr. Heinrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053321000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heinrich?

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

    What is Dr. James Heinrich's specialty?

    Dr. Heinrich is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Mission Viejo, CA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Heinrich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Heinrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heinrich is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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

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    Is James Heinrich accepting new patients in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Heinrich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Heinrich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heinrich's office at (949) 364-2440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Heinrich?

    Please contact Dr. Heinrich's office at (949) 364-2440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Heinrich have?

    Dr. James Heinrich is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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