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Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon

North Charleston, SC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simon, Family Medicine Specialist in North Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Simon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simon’s office at (843) 552-3629.

    What languages does Dr. Simon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simon typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simon typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Phalanx Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Finger Fracture Care
    • Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
    • Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
    • Hand Bone Fracture Care
    • Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone

    Does Dr. Simon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 552-3629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simon accept in North Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Simon in North Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Simon's office located?

    Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon's Primary Practice

    8720 Dorchester Rd

    North Charleston, SC 29420

    (843) 552-3629

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    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 1992742837.

    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. Ifekan-Shango Simon's specialty?

    Dr. Simon is a Family Medicine Specialist near North Charleston, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simon is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ifekan-Shango Simon accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ifekan-Shango Simon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (843) 552-3629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ifekan-Shango Simon?

    Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (843) 552-3629 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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