Question 1

How many dermatology are listed in Philadelphia, PA?

Accepted Answer

20 verified dermatology clinicians are listed on Help Me Find A Doctor for Philadelphia, PA, sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry. The list refreshes as clinicians are added, retire, or update their practice addresses.

Question 2

How do I choose a dermatology in Philadelphia, PA?

Accepted Answer

Start by confirming the clinician's board certification and primary specialty on their profile, then compare their practice location, phone, and any patient reviews. Every Philadelphia, PA listing links to the NPPES record so you can verify credentials before booking. If you need a second opinion, browse related specialties on the same page.

Question 3

Does insurance cover dermatology visits in Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Most major medical plans cover a dermatology visit when the referral is medically necessary; cosmetic or elective procedures are typically self-pay. Call the Philadelphia office directly with your insurance card ready — front-desk staff can verify network status and any prior-authorization requirements before your appointment.

Question 4

How much does a dermatology appointment cost in Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

A first-visit dermatology consultation in Philadelphia usually runs $150–$400 without insurance, depending on complexity and any imaging or diagnostics performed. In-network copays typically fall between $30 and $75. Many offices publish self-pay pricing on request.

Question 5

Are telehealth visits available with Philadelphia dermatology?

Accepted Answer

Many Philadelphia dermatology now offer telehealth for follow-ups, medication management, and second opinions. Look for the "Virtual care" badge on a profile, or open the Philadelphia, PA clinician's practice page — most list their telehealth booking link directly.

Question 6

What's the difference between a dermatology and a primary care physician?

Accepted Answer

Dermatology is a focused field: dermatology complete extra residency and often fellowship training in that specific area of medicine, and typically see patients on referral for conditions that need deeper expertise than a primary care visit provides. A primary care physician remains your day-to-day medical home and coordinates dermatology referrals when needed.

Best dermatologists in Philadelphia, PA

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All dermatologists indexed in Philadelphia, PA

MARK ABDELMALEK, M.D.

KATRINA ABUABARA, MD

SAIRA AGARWALA, MD

HERBERT ALLEN, M.D.

SHOMOUKH ALSHAMEKH, M.D.

YASMIN AMIR, MD

ANNE MARIE ANGELES, M.D.

ABHISHEK APHALE, MD

LUKE BARKER, MD

EMILY BAUMRIN, M.D.

CHRISTINA BAX

ANTHONY BENEDETTO, D.O.

ERNEST BENEDETTO, M.D.

EMILY BERGER, MD

CORBETT BERRY, MD

EDWARD BONDI, MD

MARKUS BOOS, M.D., Ph.D.

KATHERINE BROWN, MD

LOUIS BROWN, M.D.

KRISTIN CAM, MD