Christopher T. Skidmore
Expertise in
17
conditions

Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore

Neurology
1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
17
conditions
1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Christopher Skidmore is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Skidmore is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Dr. Skidmore is board certified in Epilepsy, Neurology, and Clinical Neurophysiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Skidmore is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in PA

Board Certifications

Epilepsy
Neurology
Clinical Neurophysiology

Fellowships

Cleveland Clinic

Hospital Affiliations

Jefferson Stratford Hospital
Jefferson Health- Northeast
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Jefferson Bucks Hospital
Jefferson Frankford Hospital
Jefferson Torresdale Hospital
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
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  • POS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Blue Shield of California
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Capital Blue Cross
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Capital District Physicians Health
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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Devoted Health
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Geisinger
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Health Partners Plans
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Highmark
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Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
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Independent Health
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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PA Health and Wellness
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Wellcare
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Locations

Vickie & Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience - Honickman Center
1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

45 Total Publications

Postapproval Study for Brain-Responsive Neurostimulation for Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy: Three-Year Efficacy and Interim Safety Results.
Postapproval Study for Brain-Responsive Neurostimulation for Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy: Three-Year Efficacy and Interim Safety Results.
Journal: Neurology
Published: April 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore by calling their office at 215-955-1222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore a top-rated expert for Seizures?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore is classified as an Elite expert for Seizures, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore specialize in?

While Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore accept my insurance?

Dr. Christopher T. Skidmore accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-955-1222 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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