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Dr. Sarunas Skirk, MD

Melbourne, FL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Skirk, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Sarunas Skirk, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Skirk is fluent in English and Lithuanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skirk’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skirk’s office at (321) 757-7541.

    Is Dr. Skirk board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sarunas Skirk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Skirk speak?

    Dr. Skirk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Lithuanian

    What conditions does Dr. Skirk treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skirk 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. Skirk. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Dysfunction
    • Brain Condition
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9349: Other encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Skirk perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarunas Skirk may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Skirk's office.

    Does Dr. Skirk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skirk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 757-7541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skirk accept in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Skirk in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Skirk's office located?

    Dr. Sarunas Skirk's Primary Practice

    2571 W Eau Gallie Blvd

    Melbourne, FL 32935

    (321) 757-7541

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    Dr. Sarunas Skirk's Practice 2

    240 N Wickham Rd Ste 110

    Melbourne, FL 32935

    (321) 757-7541

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    What is Dr. Skirk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Skirk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154389849.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skirk?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skirk

    What is Dr. Sarunas Skirk's specialty?

    Dr. Skirk is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Melbourne, FL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Skirk to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarunas Skirk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Skirk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Parrish Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sarunas Skirk accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Sarunas Skirk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarunas Skirk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skirk's office at (321) 757-7541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarunas Skirk?

    Please contact Dr. Skirk's office at (321) 757-7541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarunas Skirk have?

    Dr. Sarunas Skirk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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