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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharkey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Craig Sharkey, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA. Dr. Sharkey graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (Detroit Receiving Hospital) Program. Dr. Sharkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharkey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharkey’s office at (757) 312-6200.
Where did Dr. Sharkey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (Detroit Receiving Hospital) Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharkey speak?
Dr. Sharkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharkey typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharkey 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. Sharkey. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharkey typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Sharkey 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. Sharkey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharkey accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 312-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharkey accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Sharkey in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharkey's office located?
What is Dr. Sharkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578850889.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharkey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharkey
What is Dr. Craig Sharkey's specialty?
Dr. Sharkey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chesapeake, VA.
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. Craig Sharkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharkey is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Riverside Regional 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 Craig Sharkey accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Sharkey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Sharkey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharkey's office at (757) 312-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Sharkey?
Please contact Dr. Sharkey's office at (757) 312-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Emergency Department
736 Battlefield Blvd N
Chesapeake, VA 23320