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Who is Dr. Skopets, Neurologist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Irina Skopets, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Skopets completed her residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Neurology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neurology; Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Skopets is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skopets’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skopets’s office at (301) 345-5600.
Where did Dr. Skopets go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Neurology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neurology; Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Molenskij Med Inst- Smolensk- Russia
Is Dr. Skopets board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Irina Skopets, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Skopets speak?
Dr. Skopets and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Skopets treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Skopets 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. Skopets. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage without Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Skin Sensation Problems
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Disturbed Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Which procedures does Dr. Skopets perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Irina Skopets may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Skopets' office.
Does Dr. Skopets accept my insurance?
Dr. Skopets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 345-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skopets accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Skopets in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
University of Alaska
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Where is Dr. Skopets' office located?
Dr. Irina Skopets' Primary Practice
16220 Frederick Rd Ste 206
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 345-5600
What is Dr. Skopets's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skopets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538116330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skopets?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skopets
What is Dr. Irina Skopets's specialty?
Dr. Skopets is a Neurologist near Gaithersburg, MD.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Skopets to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Irina Skopets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Skopets is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Irina Skopets accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Irina Skopets is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irina Skopets offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skopets's office at (301) 345-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irina Skopets?
Please contact Dr. Skopets's office at (301) 345-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irina Skopets have?
Dr. Irina Skopets is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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