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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shim, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Melanie Shim, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. She is board certified. Dr. Shim completed her residency at Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatric Endocrinology Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Shim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim’s office at (808) 243-6050.
Where did Dr. Shim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Pediatric Endocrinology Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi
Is Dr. Shim board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Shim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Shim speak?
Dr. Shim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Shim typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Shim 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. Shim. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Shim typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Shim may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Shim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shim accept my insurance?
Dr. Shim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 243-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shim accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Shim in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington
Kaiser Permanente
Quest
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Where is Dr. Shim's office located?
What is Dr. Shim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407923238.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shim
What is Dr. Melanie Shim's specialty?
Dr. Shim is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Honolulu, HI.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Melanie Shim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Moanalua 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Shim accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Shim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Shim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (808) 243-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Shim?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (808) 243-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Shim have?
Dr. Melanie Shim is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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