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Who is Dr. Shimukowa, Infectious Disease Specialist in Delmar, DE?
Dr. Makondo Shimukowa, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Delmar, DE with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shimukowa graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program. Dr. Shimukowa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimukowa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimukowa’s office at (410) 546-6400.
Where did Dr. Shimukowa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Shimukowa board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Makondo Shimukowa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shimukowa speak?
Dr. Shimukowa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shimukowa typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shimukowa 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. Shimukowa. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shimukowa typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Makondo Shimukowa may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Shimukowa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shimukowa accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimukowa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 546-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimukowa accept in Delmar, DE?
Dr. Shimukowa in Delmar, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shimukowa's office located?
Dr. Makondo Shimukowa's Primary Practice
38552 Sussex Hwy # 101
Delmar, DE 19940
(410) 546-6400
What is Dr. Shimukowa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimukowa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730389982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimukowa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimukowa
What is Dr. Makondo Shimukowa's specialty?
Dr. Shimukowa is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Delmar, DE.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Makondo Shimukowa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shimukowa is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Medstar Union Memorial 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Makondo Shimukowa accepting new patients in Delmar, DE?
Yes, Dr. Makondo Shimukowa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Makondo Shimukowa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimukowa's office at (410) 546-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Makondo Shimukowa?
Please contact Dr. Shimukowa's office at (410) 546-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Makondo Shimukowa have?
Dr. Makondo Shimukowa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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