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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shigyo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Kristina Shigyo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shigyo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shigyo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shigyo’s office at (310) 222-3561.
What languages does Dr. Shigyo speak?
Dr. Shigyo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shigyo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shigyo 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. Shigyo. 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 pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shigyo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Shigyo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shigyo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shigyo accept my insurance?
Dr. Shigyo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-3561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shigyo accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Shigyo in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shigyo's office located?
Dr. Kristina Shigyo's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-3561
What is Dr. Shigyo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shigyo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932518974.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shigyo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shigyo
What is Dr. Kristina Shigyo's specialty?
Dr. Shigyo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kristina Shigyo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shigyo is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Angeles General 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristina Shigyo accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Shigyo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristina Shigyo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shigyo's office at (310) 222-3561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristina Shigyo?
Please contact Dr. Shigyo's office at (310) 222-3561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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