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Dr. Joseph Grim, MD

Anesthesiologist

Merced, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grim, Anesthesiologist in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Grim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Merced, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Grim graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Med Center. Dr. Grim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grim’s office at (209) 580-3400.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda University Med Center | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Grim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Grim typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Grim 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. Grim. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Grim typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Grim may include:

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

    Does Dr. Grim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 580-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grim accept in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Grim in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Grim's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Grim's Primary Practice

    1390 E Yosemite Ave Ste B

    Merced, CA 95340

    (209) 580-3400

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    What hospitals are Dr. Grim affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Grim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Grim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609834167.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grim?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Grim's specialty?

    Dr. Grim is an Anesthesiologist near Merced, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Joseph Grim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grim is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joseph Grim accepting new patients in Merced, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Grim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Grim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grim's office at (209) 580-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Grim?

    Please contact Dr. Grim's office at (209) 580-3400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Grim's office located?

    Dr. Grim's office is located in Merced, CA.