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Dr. Timothy Simmons, MD

Long Beach, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Specialist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Timothy Simmons, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Simmons graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (562) 257-6110.

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

    • Residency: Com Ucla Va Wadsworth Prog, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Simmons board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Simmons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Simmons treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Intestinal Infection
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Bacterial Gut Infection
    • Bacterial Enteritis
    • Bacterial Gastroenteritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A048: Other specified bacterial intestinal infections

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Timothy Simmons' Primary Practice

    3816 Woodruff Ave Ste 411

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    (562) 257-6110

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    Dr. Timothy Simmons' Practice 2

    1040 Elm Ave Ste 100

    Long Beach, CA 90813

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    Dr. Timothy Simmons' Practice 3

    8110 Airport Blvd Fl 2

    Los Angeles, CA 90045

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124199427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Specialist near Long Beach, CA. Contact Dr. Simmons to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Timothy Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Simmons 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

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    Is Timothy Simmons accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (562) 257-6110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (562) 257-6110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Simmons have?

    Dr. Timothy Simmons is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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