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Dr. Kimberly Skidmore, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skidmore, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kimberly Skidmore, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Skidmore completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Skidmore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skidmore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skidmore’s office at (661) 948-4781.

    Where did Dr. Skidmore go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California-San Francisco

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca

    Is Dr. Skidmore board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kimberly Skidmore, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Skidmore speak?

    Dr. Skidmore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Skidmore typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Skidmore 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. Skidmore. 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:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Skidmore typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Skidmore performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Skidmore. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Skidmore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skidmore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 948-4781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skidmore accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Skidmore in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Skidmore's office located?

    Dr. Kimberly Skidmore's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (661) 948-4781

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    What hospitals are Dr. Skidmore affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Skidmore has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

    What is Dr. Skidmore's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Skidmore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144247842.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skidmore?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skidmore

    What is Dr. Kimberly Skidmore's specialty?

    Dr. Skidmore is an Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Kimberly Skidmore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skidmore is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Dr. Kimberly Skidmore accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kimberly Skidmore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kimberly Skidmore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skidmore's office at (661) 948-4781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Skidmore?

    Please contact Dr. Skidmore's office at (661) 948-4781 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Skidmore's office located?

    Dr. Skidmore's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Skidmore have?

    Dr. Kimberly Skidmore is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.