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Who is Dr. Skelton, Cardiologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Skelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skelton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skelton’s office at (601) 984-5200.
What languages does Dr. Skelton speak?
Dr. Skelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Skelton treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Skelton 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. Skelton. 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- AVSD
- Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Complete AV Canal Defect
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- DORV
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q2120: Atrioventricular septal defect, unspecified as to partial or complete
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Skelton perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Skelton may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Skelton's office.
Does Dr. Skelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Skelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skelton accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Skelton in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Skelton's office located?
Dr. Thomas Skelton's Primary Practice
1410 E Woodrow Wilson Ave
Jackson, MS 39216
(601) 984-5200
What is Dr. Skelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174054605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skelton
What is Dr. Thomas Skelton's specialty?
Dr. Skelton is a Cardiologist near Jackson, MS. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Skelton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Skelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skelton is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Thomas Skelton accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Skelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Skelton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skelton's office at (601) 984-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Skelton?
Please contact Dr. Skelton's office at (601) 984-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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