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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skau, Family Medicine Specialist in Oroville, CA?
Dr. Melinda Skau, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oroville, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Skau graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Skau is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skau’s office at (530) 534-5394.
Where did Dr. Skau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skau speak?
Dr. Skau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skau typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skau 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. Skau. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skau typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Skau may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Skau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skau accept my insurance?
Dr. Skau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 534-5394 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skau accept in Oroville, CA?
Dr. Skau in Oroville, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Key Benefit Administrators
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skau's office located?
What is Dr. Skau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992803969.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skau
What is Dr. Melinda Skau's specialty?
Dr. Skau is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oroville, CA.
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 this Dr. Melinda Skau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skau is affiliated with Adventist Health And Rideout 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 Melinda Skau accepting new patients in Oroville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Skau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Skau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skau's office at (530) 534-5394 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Skau?
Please contact Dr. Skau's office at (530) 534-5394 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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