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Dr. Kazuko Shem, MD

San Jose, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shem, Physiatrist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Kazuko Shem, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Shem completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shem is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shem’s office at (408) 885-2000.

    Where did Dr. Shem go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine | Stanford University

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Shem board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Kazuko Shem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Shem speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Shem treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shem 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. Shem. 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:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Paraplegia
    • Quadriplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Spina Bifida
    • Open Spine
    • Neural Tube Defect
    • Spinal Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lost left leg below knee
    • Limb Loss
    • Left below knee amputation
    • Missing left lower leg
    • Left lower leg loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee

    What procedures does Dr. Shem perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shem 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. Shem. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Shem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shem accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Shem in San Jose, 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • OptumRx

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of California

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Shem's office located?

    Dr. Kazuko Shem's Primary Practice

    751 S Bascom Ave # R

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (408) 885-2000

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    Dr. Kazuko Shem's Practice 2

    2400 Moorpark Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    What is Dr. Shem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932204641.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shem?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shem

    What is Dr. Kazuko Shem's specialty?

    Dr. Shem is a Physiatrist near San Jose, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shem to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kazuko Shem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shem is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Novato Community Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

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    Is Kazuko Shem accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kazuko Shem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kazuko Shem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shem's office at (408) 885-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kazuko Shem?

    Please contact Dr. Shem's office at (408) 885-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kazuko Shem have?

    Dr. Kazuko Shem is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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