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Who is Dr. Skjei, Pediatric Neurologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Karen Skjei, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Skjei is currently affiliated with Mercy Hospital Iowa City. Dr. Skjei is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skjei’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skjei’s office at (319) 339-0300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Skjei?
Dr. Karen Skjei, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Skjei empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the El Paso/TX community, Dr. Skjei is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Skjei board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Skjei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Skjei speak?
Dr. Skjei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Skjei treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Skjei 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. Skjei. 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:
- Focal Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Absence Epilepsy
- Intractable Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
- Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Intractable Epilepsy
- Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
- Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Recurrent seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant LGS
- Refractory Lennox-Gastaut
- Hard-to-treat LGS
- JME
- Impulsive petit mal
- Janus-Kaufmann syndrome
- Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
- Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Continuous Complex Partial Seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Status Epilepticus
- Prolonged Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Drug-resistant epilepsy
- Refractory epilepsy
- Hard-to-treat epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40814: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40B09: Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40201: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Myoclonus
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Jerks
- Involuntary Muscle Twitches
ICD-10 Codes:
- G253: Myoclonus
Which procedures does Dr. Skjei perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Skjei 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. Skjei's office.
Does Dr. Skjei accept my insurance?
Dr. Skjei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 339-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skjei accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Skjei in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
El Paso First Health Plans
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Skjei's office located?
Dr. Karen Skjei's Primary Practice
444 Executive Center Blvd Ste 203
El Paso, TX 79902
(319) 339-0300
What is Dr. Skjei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skjei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710995220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skjei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skjei
What is Dr. Karen Skjei's specialty?
Dr. Skjei is a Pediatric Neurologist near El Paso, TX. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Skjei to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Skjei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Skjei is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Norton Children's Hospital, UofL Health – UofL 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Neurologist?
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Is Karen Skjei accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Skjei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Skjei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skjei's office at (319) 339-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Skjei?
Please contact Dr. Skjei's office at (319) 339-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Skjei have?
Dr. Karen Skjei is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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