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Who is Dr. Sketas, Family Medicine Specialist in Hot Springs, AR?
Dr. Gregory Sketas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hot Springs, AR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sketas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sketas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sketas’s office at (501) 623-7900.
What languages does Dr. Sketas speak?
Dr. Sketas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sketas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sketas 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. Sketas. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Menopausal and Perimenopausal Disorder
- Menopause
- Menopause Symptoms
- Perimenopause Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N959: Unspecified menopausal and perimenopausal disorder
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sketas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Sketas may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sketas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sketas accept my insurance?
Dr. Sketas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 623-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sketas accept in Hot Springs, AR?
Dr. Sketas in Hot Springs, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sketas' office located?
What is Dr. Sketas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sketas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710340088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sketas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sketas
What is Dr. Gregory Sketas's specialty?
Dr. Sketas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hot Springs, AR.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Gregory Sketas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sketas is affiliated with National Park Medical Center, Chi St. Vincent Hot Springs, Uams 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Sketas accepting new patients in Hot Springs, AR?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Sketas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Sketas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sketas's office at (501) 623-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Sketas?
Please contact Dr. Sketas's office at (501) 623-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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