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Dr. Aldric Shim, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Simi Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shim, Diagnostic Radiologist in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Aldric Shim, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shim completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim’s office at (310) 287-4000.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Shim board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Aldric Shim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Shim speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Shim typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Shim typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Aldric Shim may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 287-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shim accept in Simi Valley, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shim's office located?

    Dr. Aldric Shim's Primary Practice

    2975 Sycamore Dr

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

    (310) 287-4000

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    Dr. Aldric Shim's Practice 2

    1110 W La Palma Ave Ste 3

    Anaheim, CA 92801

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    Dr. Aldric Shim's Practice 3

    323 S Heliotrope Ave

    Monrovia, CA 91016

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    What is Dr. Shim's NPI number?A 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 1114146560.

    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. Aldric Shim's specialty?

    Dr. Shim is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Simi Valley, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shim is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Aldric Shim accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Aldric Shim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (310) 287-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aldric Shim?

    Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (310) 287-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shim's office located?

    Dr. Shim's offices are located in Simi Valley, CA, Anaheim, CA, and Monrovia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aldric Shim have?

    Dr. Aldric Shim is certified by the American Board of Radiology.