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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shieh, Family Medicine Specialist in Carson, CA?
Dr. Kate Shieh, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Shieh is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shieh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shieh’s office at (323) 442-5900.
Is Dr. Shieh board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kate Shieh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shieh speak?
Dr. Shieh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shieh typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shieh 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. Shieh. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89312: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 2
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shieh typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shieh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shieh. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Shieh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shieh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shieh accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Shieh in Carson, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shieh's office located?
Dr. Kate Shieh's Primary Practice
824 E Carson St Ste 104
Carson, CA 90745
(323) 442-5900
What is Dr. Shieh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578757829.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shieh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shieh
What is Dr. Kate Shieh's specialty?
Dr. Shieh is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carson, CA.
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 this Dr. Kate Shieh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shieh is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Kate Shieh accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kate Shieh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kate Shieh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shieh's office at (323) 442-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kate Shieh?
Please contact Dr. Shieh's office at (323) 442-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kate Shieh have?
Dr. Kate Shieh is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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