Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skaar, Family Medicine Specialist in Bloomer, WI?
Dr. Phillip Skaar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bloomer, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Skaar graduated from University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Hospital de la Concepcion Program. Dr. Skaar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skaar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skaar’s office at (715) 568-2000.
Where did Dr. Skaar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital de la Concepcion Program
Medical School: University of South Dakota
Is Dr. Skaar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Skaar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skaar speak?
Dr. Skaar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skaar typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skaar 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. Skaar. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skaar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skaar 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. Skaar. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Skaar accept my insurance?
Dr. Skaar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 568-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skaar accept in Bloomer, WI?
Dr. Skaar in Bloomer, WI 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)
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Skaar's office located?
What is Dr. Skaar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skaar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295725703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skaar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skaar
What is Dr. Phillip Skaar's specialty?
Dr. Skaar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bloomer, WI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Phillip Skaar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skaar is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Black River Memorial Hospital 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 Phillip Skaar accepting new patients in Bloomer, WI?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Skaar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Skaar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skaar's office at (715) 568-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Skaar?
Please contact Dr. Skaar's office at (715) 568-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Skaar have?
Dr. Phillip Skaar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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