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Dr. Alison Skinner, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Portsmouth, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Skinner, Family Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Alison Skinner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Skinner graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at Portsmouth Family Medicine. Dr. Skinner is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skinner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skinner’s office.

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

    • Residency: Portsmouth Family Medicine | Eastern Virginia Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

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

    Yes, Dr. Alison 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
    • Hindi
    • 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.

    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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Cholera
    • Asiatic cholera
    • Epidemic cholera
    • Vibrio cholerae infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alison Skinner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Skinner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Skinner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Skinner accept in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Skinner in Portsmouth, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Selman and company

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Skinner's office located?

    Dr. Alison Skinner's Primary Practice

    3537 Airline Blvd Ste 1

    Portsmouth, VA 23701

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    Dr. Alison Skinner's Practice 2

    155 Kingsley Ln Ste 150

    Norfolk, VA 23505

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    Dr. Alison Skinner's Practice 3

    3640 High St

    Portsmouth, VA 23707

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    What is Dr. Skinner's NPI number?A 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 1558324467.

    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. Alison Skinner's specialty?

    Dr. Skinner is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, VA.

    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 Dr. Alison Skinner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Skinner is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Riverside Regional 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 Dr. Alison Skinner accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Alison Skinner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alison Skinner?

    Please contact Dr. Skinner's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Skinner's office located?

    Dr. Skinner's offices are located in Portsmouth, VA and Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Skinner have?

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