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Dr. Peter Grimes, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grimes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Peter Grimes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Grimes completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Grimes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grimes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grimes’s office at (562) 657-7000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca

    Is Dr. Grimes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Grimes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Grimes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grimes typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Grimes 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. Grimes. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, 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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grimes typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Grimes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Grimes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Grimes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grimes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 657-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grimes accept in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Grimes in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Grimes' office located?

    Dr. Peter Grimes' Primary Practice

    9333 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

    (562) 657-7000

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    Dr. Peter Grimes' Practice 2

    9333 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

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    What is Dr. Grimes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Grimes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518181866.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grimes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Grimes

    What is Dr. Peter Grimes's specialty?

    Dr. Grimes is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Downey, 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 Dr. Peter Grimes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grimes is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Peter Grimes accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Grimes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Grimes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes' office at (562) 657-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Grimes?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes' office at (562) 657-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Grimes' office located?

    Dr. Grimes' offices are located in Downey, CA and Bellflower, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Grimes have?

    Dr. Peter Grimes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.