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Dr. Francis Sheski, MD

Dr. Francis Sheski, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheski, Pulmonologist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Francis Sheski, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheski graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Medicine. He is a member of the SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, AMERICAN THORACIC SOCIETY, and STAFF PRV/INDIANA UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Sheski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheski’s office at (317) 944-8660.

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

    • Fellowship: CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, JACKSONVILLE, FL | PULMONARY DISEASE AND CRITICAL CARE, INDIANA UNIVERSITY, INDIANAPOLIS, IN

    • Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Medicine | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | Indiana University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry

    Is Dr. Sheski board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Sheski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sheski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sheski treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sheski 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. Sheski. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Sheski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-8660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheski accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Sheski in Indianapolis, IN 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Indiana University Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sheski's office located?

    Dr. Francis Sheski's Primary Practice

    550 University Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (317) 944-8660

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    Dr. Francis Sheski's Practice 2

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Francis Sheski's Practice 3

    710 Eskenazi Ave

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

    Member

    AMERICAN THORACIC SOCIETY

    Member

    STAFF PRV/INDIANA UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Staff

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

    Dr. Sheski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225093784.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheski?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Sheski's specialty?

    Dr. Sheski is a Pulmonologist near Indianapolis, IN. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Sheski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Francis Sheski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheski is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health North 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 Francis Sheski accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Sheski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francis Sheski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheski's office at (317) 944-8660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francis Sheski?

    Please contact Dr. Sheski's office at (317) 944-8660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Sheski have?

    Dr. Francis Sheski is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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