Best Dermatologists in San Mateo
Looking for a dermatologist in San Mateo? Most patients narrow the list by insurance first, then by location and reviews. 6 dermatologists appear below.
6 dermatologists in San Mateo

Judith Claire Schiffner, MD
4.5Judith Claire Schiffner · Dermatology Physician
222 W 39Th Ave(650) 573-2414

Stanley Young MD Inc.
4.5Stanley Young MD Inc. · Dermatology Physician
50 S San Mateo Dr(650) 344-7546
Lucy Marie Schmidt, MD
4.5Lucy Marie Schmidt · Pediatric Dermatology Physician
36 N San Mateo Dr Suite C(650) 344-4142

Meghan Tara Hession, MD
4.5Meghan Tara Hession · Dermatology Physician
280 Baldwin Avenue(650) 344-1121
Dermatologists in San Mateo by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Dermatologists in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near San Mateo — useful if your insurance network extends across the metro.
About finding a dermatologist in San Mateo
San Mateo has dermatologists practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics. When choosing a dermatologist in San Mateo, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.
Many San Mateo dermatologists list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.
Common questions about dermatologists in San Mateo
How do I find the highest-rated dermatologist in San Mateo?+
Sort the list above by rating. Heallexa surfaces verified patient reviews alongside credentials so you can see whether a provider's strengths match what you actually need.
What if no San Mateo dermatologists accept my insurance?+
Try the surrounding metro — insurance networks often extend across multiple cities. The nearby-cities links below open the same specialty in adjacent markets. Always confirm coverage directly with the provider.
Are walk-in visits available with San Mateo dermatologists?+
Walk-ins are uncommon for most dermatologists. The "available today" filter shows providers with open same-day slots.
How often is this San Mateo list updated?+
Heallexa refreshes provider data from public NPI records and license databases on a rolling basis. Listings that fall out of the active registry are removed automatically.