Dr. Nick Shillingford, MD
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shillingford, Pediatric Pathologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nick Shillingford, MD is a Pediatric Pathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Shillingford graduated from Higher Institute Medical Sciences and completed his residency at University Hospital of Brooklyn. He is a member of the Society for Pediatric Pathology, United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology, and College of American Pathologists. Dr. Shillingford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shillingford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shillingford’s office at (323) 361-5917.
Where did Dr. Shillingford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital of Brooklyn
Medical School: Higher Institute Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Shillingford board certified as a Pediatric Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Nick Shillingford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Shillingford speak?
Dr. Shillingford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pathologist like Dr. Shillingford typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pathologist, Dr. Shillingford 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. Shillingford. 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:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Thymus Gland Disease
- Other thymus problems
- Various thymic disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- E328: Other diseases of thymus
Also known as:
- Other Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchial Disorder
- Other Bronchial Tube Diseases
- Miscellaneous Airway Disorders
- Unspecified Bronchial Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9809: Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
What procedures does a Pediatric Pathologist like Dr. Shillingford typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nick Shillingford may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Shillingford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shillingford accept my insurance?
Dr. Shillingford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-5917 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shillingford accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shillingford in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Network Medical Management
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shillingford's office located?
Dr. Nick Shillingford's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-5917
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Society for Pediatric Pathology
Member
United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology
Member
College of American Pathologists
Member
Awards
Poster of Distinction, Harvard Medical School, Pathology Annual Retrea
What is Dr. Shillingford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shillingford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346404969.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shillingford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shillingford
What is Dr. Nick Shillingford's specialty?
Dr. Shillingford is a Pediatric Pathologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatric Pathologist do?
A pediatric pathologist specializes in the laboratory diagnosis of diseases that arise during fetal growth, infancy, and childhood development. This role requires a solid foundation in general pathology, a thorough understanding of normal growth and development, and extensive knowledge of pediatric medicine.
Is this Dr. Nick Shillingford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shillingford is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Pediatric Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nick Shillingford accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nick Shillingford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nick Shillingford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shillingford's office at (323) 361-5917 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nick Shillingford?
Please contact Dr. Shillingford's office at (323) 361-5917 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nick Shillingford have?
Dr. Nick Shillingford is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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