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Who is Dr. Simon, Surgeon in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Akil Simon, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Simon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simon’s office at (718) 270-8867.
What languages does Dr. Simon speak?
Dr. Simon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Simon treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Simon 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. Simon. 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.
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89892: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mild Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer with Muscle Involvement
- Skin Condition
- Deep Skin Ulcer
- Muscle-Affected Skin Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98495: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Tear
- Right Lower Leg Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81811A: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97525: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Simon perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Akil Simon may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simon's office.
Does Dr. Simon accept my insurance?
Dr. Simon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-8867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simon accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Simon in Laguna Hills, 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
CalOptima
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Loma Linda University
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simon's office located?
Dr. Akil Simon's Primary Practice
23141 Verdugo Dr Ste 201
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(718) 270-8867
What is Dr. Simon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598100877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simon
What is Dr. Akil Simon's specialty?
Dr. Simon is a Surgeon near Laguna Hills, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Simon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akil Simon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Simon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Akil Simon accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Akil Simon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akil Simon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (718) 270-8867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akil Simon?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (718) 270-8867 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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