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Dr. Aaron Scifres, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scifres, Critical Care Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Aaron Scifres, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Scifres completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Scifres is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scifres’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scifres’s office at (317) 963-1400.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University Of Oklahoma Health Science Center

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Scifres board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Aaron Scifres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Scifres speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Scifres typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Scifres 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. Scifres. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Scifres typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Scifres may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scifres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scifres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 963-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scifres accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Scifres in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Globe Life

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Scifres' office located?

    Dr. Aaron Scifres' Primary Practice

    550 University Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (317) 963-1400

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

    Dr. Scifres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275637498.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scifres?

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

    What is Dr. Aaron Scifres's specialty?

    Dr. Scifres is a Critical Care Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Aaron Scifres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scifres is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health West Hospital, Columbus Regional 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. 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 Aaron Scifres accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Aaron Scifres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aaron Scifres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scifres's office at (317) 963-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aaron Scifres?

    Please contact Dr. Scifres's office at (317) 963-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aaron Scifres have?

    Dr. Aaron Scifres is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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