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Who is Dr. Skjei, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Leah Skjei, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Skjei is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skjei’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skjei’s office at (470) 956-0150.
Is Dr. Skjei board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leah Skjei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skjei speak?
Dr. Skjei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Italian
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skjei typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skjei 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. Skjei. 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- General Hand Injury
- Wrist Trauma
- Finger Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skjei typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Skjei may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Skjei's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skjei accept my insurance?
Dr. Skjei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 956-0150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skjei accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Skjei in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Skjei's office located?
Dr. Leah Skjei's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(470) 956-0150
What is Dr. Skjei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skjei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982799961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skjei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skjei
What is Dr. Leah Skjei's specialty?
Dr. Skjei is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kennesaw, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Leah Skjei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skjei is affiliated with Wellstar Windy Hill, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leah Skjei accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Leah Skjei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leah Skjei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skjei's office at (470) 956-0150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leah Skjei?
Please contact Dr. Skjei's office at (470) 956-0150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leah Skjei have?
Dr. Leah Skjei is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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