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Dr. Derek Skinner, MD

Lubbock, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skinner, Family Medicine Specialist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Derek Skinner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Skinner graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. Dr. Skinner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skinner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skinner’s office at (806) 725-9603.

    Where did Dr. Skinner go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Skinner board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Skinner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Skinner speak?

    Dr. Skinner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skinner typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skinner 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. Skinner. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skinner typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skinner 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. Skinner. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Skinner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skinner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 725-9603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skinner accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Skinner in Lubbock, TX 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Skinner's office located?

    Dr. Derek Skinner's Primary Practice

    5713 82nd St

    Lubbock, TX 79424

    (806) 725-9603

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    Dr. Derek Skinner's Practice 2

    7601 Quaker Ave

    Lubbock, TX 79424

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    What is Dr. Skinner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Skinner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255394920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skinner?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skinner

    What is Dr. Derek Skinner's specialty?

    Dr. Skinner is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lubbock, TX.

    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. Derek Skinner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skinner is affiliated with Grace Surgical Hospital, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Shannon Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Derek Skinner accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Skinner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Skinner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (806) 725-9603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek Skinner?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office at (806) 725-9603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Skinner have?

    Dr. Derek Skinner is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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