# Dermatologists in Colorado

> A dermatologist is a doctor who treats conditions of the skin, hair, and nails. They also check moles and spots for skin cancer.

Source: Colorado Health Insurance Colorado Care Index (https://coloradohealthinsurance.com/care/dermatology), data updated 2026-11-11. Published by Grove Benefit Advisors LLC, a licensed Colorado health insurance agency.

## When people see one

- A mole or spot that changes shape or color
- Acne or eczema that over-the-counter products do not clear
- A rash that lasts more than a few weeks
- Hair loss or a nail problem

## How it differs

- Allergist: Both treat some rashes and hives. A dermatologist treats the skin condition itself; an allergist looks for allergic triggers.

## On 2027 Colorado plans

- Referral: On some plans. 37 of the 148 2027 plans need a referral from your primary care provider to see a specialist: Kaiser Permanente's 29 plans (you may self-refer to certain specialists) and Denver Health (Elevate)'s 8 plans (self-referral allowed for OB-GYN and outpatient mental health care). The other 111 don't, according to each plan's 2027 summary of benefits. Confirm in the plan's summary of benefits.
- Visit cost by metal level (standard plans):
  - Bronze: $100 to $140 a visit on 10 of 56 plans
  - Silver: $50 to $90 a visit on 44 of 58 plans
  - Gold: $50 to $90 a visit on 26 of 30 plans

## In Colorado

- 357 clinicians at 193 locations in public records (NPPES, CMS).

## Questions to ask the office

- Do I need a referral from my primary care doctor?
- Which 2027 plans and network names do you take?
- How long is the wait for a new patient?
- Is a skin check billed differently from a visit for a specific problem?

## Sources

- [MedlinePlus: Skin Conditions](https://medlineplus.gov/skinconditions.html)
- [American Academy of Dermatology: Everyday Care](https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care)