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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skaria, Pulmonologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shibu Skaria, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. Dr. Skaria is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skaria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skaria’s office at (775) 770-7640.
Is Dr. Skaria board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Shibu Skaria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skaria speak?
Dr. Skaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Malayalam
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skaria typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Skaria 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. Skaria. 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 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skaria typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shibu Skaria may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Skaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 770-7640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skaria accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Skaria in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skaria's office located?
What is Dr. Skaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821170093.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skaria
What is Dr. Shibu Skaria's specialty?
Dr. Skaria is a Pulmonologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Shibu Skaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skaria is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Sovah Health - Danville, Marshall Hospital, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Boswell 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shibu Skaria accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shibu Skaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shibu Skaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office at (775) 770-7640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shibu Skaria?
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office at (775) 770-7640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shibu Skaria have?
Dr. Shibu Skaria is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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