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Who is Dr. Sim, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. John Sim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sim graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, Nephrology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sim’s office at (805) 681-1761.
Where did Dr. Sim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, Nephrology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Sim board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. John Sim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sim speak?
Dr. Sim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sim typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sim 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. Sim. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sim typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Sim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sim accept my insurance?
Dr. Sim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-1761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sim accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Sim in Santa Barbara, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sim's office located?
What is Dr. Sim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497857510.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sim
What is Dr. John Sim's specialty?
Dr. Sim is a Internist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Sim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Sim accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Sim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sim's office at (805) 681-1761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sim?
Please contact Dr. Sim's office at (805) 681-1761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Sim have?
Dr. John Sim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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