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14 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Shimizu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Uta Shimizu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shimizu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimizu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimizu’s office at (310) 222-3501.
Is Dr. Shimizu board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Uta Shimizu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shimizu speak?
Dr. Shimizu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shimizu treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shimizu 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. Shimizu. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, 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
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Which procedures does Dr. Shimizu perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Uta Shimizu may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shimizu's office.
Does Dr. Shimizu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimizu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-3501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimizu accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Shimizu in Redwood City, 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
Contra Costa
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shimizu's office located?
Dr. Uta Shimizu's Primary Practice
1100 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063
(310) 222-3501
What is Dr. Shimizu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimizu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093910176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimizu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimizu
What is Dr. Uta Shimizu's specialty?
Dr. Shimizu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Redwood City, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Shimizu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uta Shimizu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shimizu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Redwood City Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Uta Shimizu accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uta Shimizu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uta Shimizu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office at (310) 222-3501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uta Shimizu?
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office at (310) 222-3501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uta Shimizu have?
Dr. Uta Shimizu is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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