Physician Profile
Michelle Aszterbaum, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Aszterbaum
Michelle Aszterbaum, MD is a healthcare provider in Newport Beach, CA specializing in dermatology. Michelle trained at University of California, Davis School of Medicine, graduating in 1993. Medicare claims data shows Michelle provided 8,805 services to 2,629 patients. The services billed most often include aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 10% gel, 10 mg, destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths, and established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (949) 525-0700
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1441 AVOCADO AVE STE 807
Newport Beach, CA 92660
1441 Avocado Ave Ste 806
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Dermatology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Acne
- Eczema
- Hair loss
- Melanoma
- Precancerous sun spot
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Skin cancer
Acne and follicular disorders
Eczema and inflammatory skin disease
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Infections and infestations
- Cellulitis
- Foot fungus
- Herpes simplex of the skin
- Molluscum contagiosum
- Scabies
- Shingles
- Warts
Pigment, growths, and benign lesions
Skin cancer
Urticaria, itch, and vascular
Autoimmune and connective tissue
Infections
- Ringworm
Rashes & allergy
- Poison Ivy
Skin growths
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
Diagnostic procedures
- Patch testing
- Skin biopsy
Lesion treatment
- Complex skin lesion excision
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Electrodesiccation and curettage
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
Medical dermatology treatment
Cosmetic
Cosmetic and minor surgery
Cosmetic dermatology
Diagnostic
General dermatology
Infections
- Wart Removal
Medical dermatology
- Light Therapy
Nails & hair
- Ingrown toenail removal
Skin cancer surgery
Skin growths
- Cyst Removal
- Lipoma removal
- Skin Tag Removal
- Steroid injection for keloids
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
8,805 services · 2,629 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | Procedure | 17003 |
1,852 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | Procedure | 17000 |
577 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | Procedure | 11102 |
321 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | Procedure | 17110 |
277 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | Procedure | 11103 |
87 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | Procedure | 17004 |
74 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 0.6-1.0 cm | Procedure | 17261 |
63 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | Procedure | 17311 |
62 | Less often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | Procedure | 13121 |
41 | As often as other peers in Dermatology |
| Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | Procedure | 17312 |
38 | Less often than most peers in Dermatology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other dermatologists at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other dermatologists in Newport Beach 7
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at University of California, Davis School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1993 at University of California, Davis School of Medicine 7
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Dr. Aszterbaum?
Dr. Aszterbaum is a dermatologist (skin doctor) in Newport Beach, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Dermatology”.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Aszterbaum's address?
Dr. Aszterbaum is listed at 1441 Avocado Ave Ste 807, Newport Beach, CA 92660. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aszterbaum?
The number on file is (949) 525-0700. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Aszterbaum?
Dr. Aszterbaum's National Provider Identifier is 1992891329. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Aszterbaum train?
Dr. Aszterbaum attended University of California, Davis School of Medicine, graduating in 1993. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Aszterbaum have?
Dr. Aszterbaum has 33 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1993, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Dr. Aszterbaum perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Aszterbaum performs procedures including destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths, destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth and biopsy of related skin growth, first growth, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Aszterbaum's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Aszterbaum. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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