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Dr. Simon Ashiku, MD

Dr. Simon Ashiku, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ashiku, Thoracic Surgeon in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Simon Ashiku, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ashiku completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ashiku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashiku’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashiku’s office at (510) 307-1500.

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

    • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Massachusetts General Hospital

    Is Dr. Ashiku board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Ashiku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ashiku speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ashiku typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ashiku 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. Ashiku. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pneumothorax
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Collapsed lung
    • Lung collapse
    • Types of pneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9383: Other pneumothorax

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sweating
    • Sweat
    • Hyperhidrosis
    • Focal hyperhidrosis
    • Unspecified sweating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L74519: Primary focal hyperhidrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Spread to Right Lung
    • Lung Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
    • Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
    • Right Lung Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ashiku typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Simon Ashiku may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ashiku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ashiku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ashiku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ashiku accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Ashiku in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Ashiku's office located?

    Dr. Simon Ashiku's Primary Practice

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 307-1500

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    Dr. Simon Ashiku's Practice 2

    3600 Broadway

    Piedmont, CA 94611

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    Dr. Simon Ashiku's Practice 3

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ashiku affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ashiku has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA

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

    Dr. Ashiku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144302993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashiku?

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

    What is Dr. Simon Ashiku's specialty?

    Dr. Ashiku is a Thoracic Surgeon near Oakland, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Simon Ashiku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ashiku is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore 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 Dr. Simon Ashiku accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Ashiku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simon Ashiku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ashiku's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Simon Ashiku?

    Please contact Dr. Ashiku's office at (510) 307-1500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ashiku's office located?

    Dr. Ashiku's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Piedmont, CA, and Richmond, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Simon Ashiku have?

    Dr. Simon Ashiku is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.