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Who is Dr. Skow, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alton, IL?
Dr. Glenn Skow, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Skow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skow’s office at (618) 283-5136.
Is Dr. Skow board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Skow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skow speak?
Dr. Skow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Skow treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skow 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. Skow. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Skow perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Glenn Skow may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Skow's office.
Does Dr. Skow accept my insurance?
Dr. Skow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 283-5136 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skow accept in Alton, IL?
Dr. Skow in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Glenn Skow?
Dr. Skow has appointments available at his Alton, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Skow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396987053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skow
What is Dr. Glenn Skow's specialty?
Dr. Skow is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alton, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Skow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Glenn Skow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skow is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, MO, Bethesda North 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Glenn Skow accepting new patients in Alton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Skow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glenn Skow offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Skow, or call (618) 283-5136 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Glenn Skow?
Yes, Dr. Skow offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Skow, or call (618) 283-5136 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Glenn Skow have?
Dr. Glenn Skow is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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