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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sklar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. David Sklar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sklar completed his residency at University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sklar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sklar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sklar’s office.
Where did Dr. Sklar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Internal Medicine | University Hospital
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca
Is Dr. Sklar board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Sklar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sklar speak?
Dr. Sklar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sklar treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sklar 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. Sklar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Threatened Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
- Signs of Miscarriage
- Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O200: Threatened abortion
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
Which procedures does Dr. Sklar perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Sklar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sklar's office.
Does Dr. Sklar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sklar 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. Sklar accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Sklar in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Easy Choice Health Plan
Medicaid
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
PacificSource
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sklar's office located?
Dr. David Sklar's Primary Practice
1 University of New Mexico # 11
Albuquerque, NM 87131
What is Dr. Sklar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sklar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326054933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sklar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sklar
What is Dr. David Sklar's specialty?
Dr. Sklar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Sklar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Sklar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sklar is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is David Sklar accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. David Sklar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Sklar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sklar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Sklar?
Please contact Dr. Sklar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Sklar have?
Dr. David Sklar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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