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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skilton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Frederick Skilton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coronado, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Skilton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skilton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skilton’s office at (215) 762-7963.
What languages does Dr. Skilton speak?
Dr. Skilton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skilton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skilton 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. Skilton. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skilton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Skilton 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. Skilton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skilton accept my insurance?
Dr. Skilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 762-7963 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skilton accept in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Skilton in Coronado, 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
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skilton's office located?
Dr. Frederick Skilton's Primary Practice
250 Prospect Pl
Coronado, CA 92118
(215) 762-7963
What is Dr. Skilton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457763708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skilton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skilton
What is Dr. Frederick Skilton's specialty?
Dr. Skilton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Coronado, CA.
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. Frederick Skilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skilton is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Frederick Skilton accepting new patients in Coronado, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Skilton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Skilton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skilton's office at (215) 762-7963 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Skilton?
Please contact Dr. Skilton's office at (215) 762-7963 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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