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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skelo, Ophthalmologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Anna Skelo, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Skelo graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Med Center. Dr. Skelo is fluent in English, Croatian, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skelo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skelo’s office at (615) 385-2020.
Where did Dr. Skelo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt University Med Center
Medical School: University of Sarajevo Med Schl | Medicinski Fakultet Vladimir Bakaric, Rijeka | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Skelo board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Anna Skelo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Skelo speak?
Dr. Skelo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Skelo treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Skelo 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. Skelo. 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:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Ocular Hypertension
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Normal Pressure Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Blepharoconjunctivitis
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Eyelid and Eye Inflammation
- Lid-Conjunctiva Inflammation
- Blepharitis and Conjunctivitis
- Eyelid and Eye Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
- H10503: Unspecified blepharoconjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
What procedures does Dr. Skelo perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Skelo 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. Skelo. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Skelo accept my insurance?
Dr. Skelo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 385-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skelo accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Skelo in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
Hewlett-Packard
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
Truman Medical Centers
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Where is Dr. Skelo's office located?
Dr. Anna Skelo's Primary Practice
7135 Charlotte Pike Ste 101
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 385-2020
What is Dr. Skelo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629146550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skelo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skelo
What is Dr. Anna Skelo's specialty?
Dr. Skelo is a Ophthalmologist near Nashville, TN. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Skelo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anna Skelo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skelo is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, TriStar Centennial 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
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Is Anna Skelo accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Anna Skelo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anna Skelo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skelo's office at (615) 385-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anna Skelo?
Please contact Dr. Skelo's office at (615) 385-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anna Skelo have?
Dr. Anna Skelo is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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