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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skaria, Pulmonologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shaji Skaria, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Skaria graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. Dr. Skaria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skaria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skaria’s office at (916) 733-3333.
Where did Dr. Skaria go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Skaria board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Shaji Skaria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skaria speak?
Dr. Skaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skaria typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Skaria 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. Skaria. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Skaria typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaji Skaria may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Skaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skaria accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Skaria in Sacramento, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skaria's office located?
What is Dr. Skaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699971432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skaria
What is Dr. Shaji Skaria's specialty?
Dr. Skaria is a Pulmonologist near Sacramento, CA.
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. Shaji Skaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skaria is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Woodland Memorial Hospital, Marshall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Banner Desert 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shaji Skaria accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shaji Skaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaji Skaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office at (916) 733-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaji Skaria?
Please contact Dr. Skaria's office at (916) 733-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shaji Skaria have?
Dr. Shaji Skaria is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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