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Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Franklin, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shim Look-Fong, Family Medicine Specialist in Franklin, NC?

    Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Franklin, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shim Look-Fong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shim Look-Fong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim Look-Fong’s office at (281) 565-1112.

    What languages does Dr. Shim Look-Fong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shim Look-Fong typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shim Look-Fong 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 Look-Fong. 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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shim Look-Fong typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shim Look-Fong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shim Look-Fong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 565-1112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shim Look-Fong accept in Franklin, NC?

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong in Franklin, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shim Look-Fong's office located?

    Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong's Primary Practice

    124 One Center Ct

    Franklin, NC 28734

    (281) 565-1112

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    Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong's Practice 2

    190 Hospital Dr

    Highlands, NC 28741

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shim Look-Fong affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mission Hospital Mcdowell,Marion, NC
    Mission Health - Angel Medical Center,Franklin, NC
    Transylvania Regional Hospital,Brevard, NC
    Highlands - Cashiers Hospital,Highlands, NC

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

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235669789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shim Look-Fong?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shim Look-Fong

    What is Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong's specialty?

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong is a Family Medicine Specialist near Franklin, NC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shim Look-Fong is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Mission Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong accepting new patients in Franklin, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shim Look-Fong's office at (281) 565-1112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Natalie Shim Look-Fong?

    Please contact Dr. Shim Look-Fong's office at (281) 565-1112 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shim Look-Fong's office located?

    Dr. Shim Look-Fong's offices are located in Franklin, NC and Highlands, NC.