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Dr. James Skinner, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skinner, Pulmonologist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. James Skinner, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Skinner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skinner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skinner’s office at (217) 383-4612.

    What languages does Dr. Skinner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skinner typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Skinner 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. Skinner. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skinner typically perform?

    Does Dr. Skinner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skinner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-4612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skinner accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Skinner in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • SIHO Holding

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Skinner's office located?

    Dr. James Skinner's Primary Practice

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (217) 383-4612

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    Dr. James Skinner's Practice 2

    1111 Ronald Reagan Pkwy

    Avon, IN 46123

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

    Dr. Skinner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720500432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skinner?

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

    What is Dr. James Skinner's specialty?

    Dr. Skinner is a Pulmonologist near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. James Skinner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skinner is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health Arnett 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 James Skinner accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. James Skinner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Skinner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (217) 383-4612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Skinner?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (217) 383-4612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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