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    Who is Dr. Shim, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Young Shim, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Shim graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Shim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim’s office.

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

    • Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Shim speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shim treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting Without Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing Up Without Feeling Sick
    • Sudden Vomiting
    • Emisis without Nausea
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1111: Vomiting without nausea
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
    • Mood Disorder
    • DMDD
    • Severe Irritability Disorder
    • Childhood Mood Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Shim perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Young Shim may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shim 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. Shim accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Shim in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cook Children's

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

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    Where is Dr. Shim's office located?

    Dr. Young Shim's Primary Practice

    801 7th Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

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    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 1316236052.

    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. Young Shim's specialty?

    Dr. Shim is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fort Worth, TX. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Shim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Young Shim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cook Childrens 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist 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 Young Shim accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Young Shim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Young Shim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shim's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Young Shim?

    Please contact Dr. Shim's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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