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Who is Dr. Skillern, Vascular Surgeon in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Christopher Skillern, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Skillern graduated from University of California and completed his residency at East Tennessee State University Program. Dr. Skillern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skillern’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skillern’s office at (805) 444-4491.
Where did Dr. Skillern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: East Tennessee State University Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Skillern board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Skillern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Skillern speak?
Dr. Skillern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Skillern typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Skillern 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. Skillern. 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:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Skillern typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Skillern 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. Skillern. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Does Dr. Skillern accept my insurance?
Dr. Skillern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 444-4491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skillern accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Skillern in Ventura, 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
Clinicas del Camino Real
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skillern's office located?
Dr. Christopher Skillern's Primary Practice
100 N Brent St Ste 201
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 444-4491
What is Dr. Skillern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skillern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205936697.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skillern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skillern
What is Dr. Christopher Skillern's specialty?
Dr. Skillern is a Vascular Surgeon near Ventura, CA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Christopher Skillern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skillern is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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 Christopher Skillern accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Skillern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Skillern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skillern's office at (805) 444-4491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Skillern?
Please contact Dr. Skillern's office at (805) 444-4491 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Skillern have?
Dr. Christopher Skillern is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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