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Dr. Elena Nishimura, MD

South San Francisco, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nishimura, Internist in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Elena Nishimura, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nishimura completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nishimura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nishimura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nishimura’s office at (505) 724-6124.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of Nm School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx

    Is Dr. Nishimura board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Nishimura, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nishimura speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nishimura treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Nishimura 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. Nishimura. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nishimura perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elena Nishimura may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nishimura's office.

    Does Dr. Nishimura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nishimura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 724-6124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nishimura accept in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Nishimura in South San Francisco, 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

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nishimura's office located?

    Dr. Elena Nishimura's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (505) 724-6124

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    Dr. Elena Nishimura's Practice 2

    1100 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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    Dr. Elena Nishimura's Practice 3

    1100 Central Ave SE Fl 4B

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

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

    Dr. Nishimura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467546846.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishimura?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Nishimura's specialty?

    Dr. Nishimura is a Internist near South San Francisco, CA.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Elena Nishimura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nishimura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South San Francisco 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Elena Nishimura accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Nishimura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Nishimura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nishimura's office at (505) 724-6124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elena Nishimura?

    Please contact Dr. Nishimura's office at (505) 724-6124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Nishimura have?

    Dr. Elena Nishimura is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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