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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shimotani, Hospitalist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Dorian Shimotani, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shimotani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimotani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimotani’s office at (804) 828-9726.
What languages does Dr. Shimotani speak?
Dr. Shimotani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shimotani typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shimotani 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. Shimotani. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
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:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shimotani typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorian Shimotani may include:
Please contact Dr. Shimotani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shimotani accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimotani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-9726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimotani accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Shimotani in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shimotani's office located?
Dr. Dorian Shimotani's Primary Practice
3015 N Ballas Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63131
(804) 828-9726
What is Dr. Shimotani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimotani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407344393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimotani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimotani
What is Dr. Dorian Shimotani's specialty?
Dr. Shimotani is a Hospitalist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Dorian Shimotani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shimotani is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dorian Shimotani accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Dorian Shimotani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorian Shimotani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimotani's office at (804) 828-9726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorian Shimotani?
Please contact Dr. Shimotani's office at (804) 828-9726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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