34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skezas, Internist in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Jacob Skezas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Skezas graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Skezas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skezas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skezas’s office at (607) 257-5858.
Where did Dr. Skezas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine | Robert Packer Hospital/Guthrie Program
Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) | HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Skezas board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Skezas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Skezas speak?
Dr. Skezas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Skezas treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Skezas 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. Skezas. 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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Reduced Mobility
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
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:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Abnormal Posture
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Poor Posture
- Postural Imbalance
- Stooped Posture
ICD-10 Codes:
- R293: Abnormal posture
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Which procedures does Dr. Skezas perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jacob Skezas 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. Skezas' office.
Does Dr. Skezas accept my insurance?
Dr. Skezas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 257-5858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skezas accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Skezas in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Martin's Point
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Skezas' office located?
What is Dr. Skezas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skezas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700851375.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skezas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skezas
What is Dr. Jacob Skezas's specialty?
Dr. Skezas is a Internist near Ithaca, 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. Skezas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jacob Skezas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skezas is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center, Guthrie Robert Packer 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 Jacob Skezas accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Skezas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacob Skezas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skezas's office at (607) 257-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacob Skezas?
Please contact Dr. Skezas's office at (607) 257-5858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jacob Skezas have?
Dr. Jacob Skezas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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