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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skinner, Medical Oncologist in Paducah, KY?
Dr. William Skinner, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Skinner completed his residency at U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Medical Oncology. Dr. Skinner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skinner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skinner’s office at (270) 441-4343.
Where did Dr. Skinner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Medical Oncology
Medical School: University Nac De Asuncion, Fac De Cien Med
What languages does Dr. Skinner speak?
Dr. Skinner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Skinner typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Skinner 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. Skinner. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Skinner typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Skinner performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Skinner. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Skinner accept my insurance?
Dr. Skinner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 441-4343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skinner accept in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Skinner in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Skinner's office located?
Dr. William Skinner's Primary Practice
225 Medical Center Dr Ste 301
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 441-4343
What is Dr. Skinner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skinner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376657254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skinner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skinner
What is Dr. William Skinner's specialty?
Dr. Skinner is a Medical Oncologist near Paducah, KY.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. William Skinner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skinner is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Skinner accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?
Yes, Dr. William Skinner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Skinner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (270) 441-4343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Skinner?
Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (270) 441-4343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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