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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shergill, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Simarjit Shergill, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA. Dr. Shergill is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shergill’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shergill’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shergill speak?
Dr. Shergill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shergill typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shergill 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. Shergill. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shergill typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shergill 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. Shergill. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Shergill accept my insurance?
Dr. Shergill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shergill accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Shergill in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shergill's office located?
What is Dr. Shergill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shergill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215227822.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shergill?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shergill
What is Dr. Simarjit Shergill's specialty?
Dr. Shergill is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Simarjit Shergill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shergill is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Simarjit Shergill accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. Simarjit Shergill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simarjit Shergill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shergill's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simarjit Shergill?
Please contact Dr. Shergill's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2901 Squalicum Pkwy
Bellingham, WA 98225