US
14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Shimizu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimizu’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shimizu typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shimizu typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 this Dr. Uta Shimizu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shimizu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, San Mateo Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
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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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