47 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shoji, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Kent Shoji, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Shoji completed his residency at La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center. Dr. Shoji is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shoji’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shoji’s office at (310) 303-5600.
Where did Dr. Shoji go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Shoji board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kent Shoji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shoji speak?
Dr. Shoji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shoji typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shoji 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. Shoji. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shoji typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kent Shoji 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. Shoji's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shoji accept my insurance?
Dr. Shoji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 303-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shoji accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Shoji in Torrance, 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)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shoji's office located?
What is Dr. Shoji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shoji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891745089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shoji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shoji
What is Dr. Kent Shoji's specialty?
Dr. Shoji is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, 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. Kent Shoji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shoji is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Kent Shoji accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kent Shoji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Shoji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shoji's office at (310) 303-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Shoji?
Please contact Dr. Shoji's office at (310) 303-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Shoji have?
Dr. Kent Shoji is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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