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Who is Dr. Ghasri, Specialist in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Peyman Ghasri, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghasri completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Dermatology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Ghasri is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghasri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghasri’s office.
Where did Dr. Ghasri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Dermatology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ghasri speak?
Dr. Ghasri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Ghasri typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ghasri 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. Ghasri. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Ghasri typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ghasri 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. Ghasri. 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:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Skin Conditions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Mohs Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ghasri accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghasri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghasri accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Ghasri in Tarzana, 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
Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghasri's office located?
What is Dr. Ghasri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghasri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265498034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghasri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghasri
What is Dr. Peyman Ghasri's specialty?
Dr. Ghasri is a Specialist near Tarzana, CA.
Is this Dr. Peyman Ghasri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghasri is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center 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 Peyman Ghasri accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peyman Ghasri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peyman Ghasri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghasri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peyman Ghasri?
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