17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skamagas, Internist in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Maria Skamagas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Skamagas completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the AOA, Endocrine Society, AACE. Dr. Skamagas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skamagas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skamagas’s office at (212) 241-3422.
Where did Dr. Skamagas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Endocrinology, Mount Sinai Hospital | Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York | Mount Sinai Hospital
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny
Is Dr. Skamagas board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Skamagas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005
What languages does Dr. Skamagas speak?
Dr. Skamagas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Skamagas treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Skamagas 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. Skamagas. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Addison Disease
- Underactive Adrenal Gland
- Adrenocortical Hypofunction
- Adrenal Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E2740: Unspecified adrenocortical insufficiency
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Which procedures does Dr. Skamagas perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Maria Skamagas may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Skamagas' office.
Does Dr. Skamagas accept my insurance?
Dr. Skamagas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-3422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skamagas accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Skamagas in Astoria, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Skamagas' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AOA, Endocrine Society, AACE
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What is Dr. Skamagas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skamagas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871524892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skamagas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skamagas
What is Dr. Maria Skamagas's specialty?
Dr. Skamagas is a Internist near Astoria, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Skamagas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Maria Skamagas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skamagas is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Maria Skamagas accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Maria Skamagas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Skamagas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skamagas's office at (212) 241-3422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Skamagas?
Please contact Dr. Skamagas's office at (212) 241-3422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Skamagas have?
Dr. Maria Skamagas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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