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Dr. Smaro Skordas, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Sarasota, FL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skordas, Family Medicine Specialist in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Smaro Skordas, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Skordas graduated from University Of Adelaide, Faculty Of Health Sciences and completed her residency at Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine. Dr. Skordas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skordas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skordas’s office at (941) 371-3349.

    Where did Dr. Skordas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine | Wright State University/Dayton Community Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | University Of Adelaide, Faculty Of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Skordas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Smaro Skordas, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Skordas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skordas typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skordas 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. Skordas. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, 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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skordas typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Smaro Skordas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Skordas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Skordas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skordas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 371-3349 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skordas accept in Sarasota, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Skordas' office located?

    Dr. Smaro Skordas' Primary Practice

    5682 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 100

    Sarasota, FL 34233

    (941) 371-3349

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    What hospitals are Dr. Skordas affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Skordas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Skordas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902918378.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skordas?

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

    What is Dr. Smaro Skordas's specialty?

    Dr. Skordas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sarasota, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Smaro Skordas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skordas is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Smaro Skordas accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Smaro Skordas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Smaro Skordas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skordas' office at (941) 371-3349 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Smaro Skordas?

    Please contact Dr. Skordas' office at (941) 371-3349 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Skordas' office located?

    Dr. Skordas' office is located in Sarasota, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Smaro Skordas have?

    Dr. Smaro Skordas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.