Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szkola, Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sara Szkola, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Szkola is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szkola’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szkola’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Is Dr. Szkola board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Sara Szkola, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Szkola speak?
Dr. Szkola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Szkola treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Szkola 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. Szkola. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Suspected Infection Ruled Out
- Newborn Screening
- No newborn infection found
- Infant infectious disease cleared
- Newborn sepsis ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z051: Observation and evaluation of newborn for suspected infectious condition ruled out
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Which procedures does Dr. Szkola perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sara Szkola may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Szkola's office.
Does Dr. Szkola accept my insurance?
Dr. Szkola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szkola accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Szkola in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
North East Medical Services
Partnership Health Plan
San Francisco Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Szkola's office located?
What is Dr. Szkola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szkola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598911091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szkola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szkola
What is Dr. Sara Szkola's specialty?
Dr. Szkola is a Hospitalist near Palo Alto, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Szkola to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sara Szkola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szkola is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
Explore Hospitalist with 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 Sara Szkola accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Szkola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Szkola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szkola's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Szkola?
Please contact Dr. Szkola's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Szkola have?
Dr. Sara Szkola is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Hospitalist Near Palo Alto, CA
BK
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Brittni Kam, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She is board certified.
Palo Alto, CA
SS
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Stephanie Squires, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Palo Alto, CA
AH
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Andrew Harkins, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified.
Palo Alto, CA