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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shim, Nuclear Radiologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. John Shim, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Shim is fluent in English, 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) 222-2842.
What languages does Dr. Shim speak?
Dr. Shim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Shim typically treat?
As a Nuclear 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Shim typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Shim may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
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) 222-2842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shim accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Shim in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shim's office located?
Harbor-Ucla Dept Of Radiology
1000 W Carson St # Harbor-U # 29
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-2842
What is Dr. Shim's NPI number?An 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 1235338112.
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. John Shim's specialty?
Dr. Shim is a Nuclear Radiologist near Torrance, CA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. John Shim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
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Is John Shim accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Shim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Shim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (310) 222-2842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Shim?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (310) 222-2842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Shim
Harbor-Ucla Dept Of Radiology
1000 W Carson St # Harbor-U # 29
Torrance, CA 90502