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. Dr. Szkola is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szkola’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 as a 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Szkola typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Szkola typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Szkola may include:
Please contact Dr. Szkola's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
North East Medical Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sara Szkola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szkola is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Novato Community 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
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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.
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