39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skahen, Anesthesiologist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Stephen Skahen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Skahen graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Skahen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skahen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skahen’s office.
Where did Dr. Skahen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Skahen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Skahen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Skahen speak?
Dr. Skahen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Skahen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Skahen 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. Skahen. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Skahen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Skahen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Skahen. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Skahen accept my insurance?
Dr. Skahen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skahen accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Skahen in Newport Beach, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skahen's office located?
What is Dr. Skahen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skahen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750321345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skahen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skahen
What is Dr. Stephen Skahen's specialty?
Dr. Skahen is a Anesthesiologist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Stephen Skahen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skahen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence St. Jude 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
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Is Stephen Skahen accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Skahen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Skahen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skahen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Skahen?
Please contact Dr. Skahen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Skahen have?
Dr. Stephen Skahen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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