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Dr. Sonia Simms, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simms, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Sonia Simms, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. Dr. Simms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (714) 633-9111.

    What languages does Dr. Simms speak?

    Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simms typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simms typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonia Simms may include:

    Please contact Dr. Simms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 633-9111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Simms in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simms' office located?

    Dr. Sonia Simms' Primary Practice

    1100 W Stewart Dr

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 633-9111

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    What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619922069.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms

    What is Dr. Sonia Simms's specialty?

    Dr. Simms is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Orange, 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 Dr. Sonia Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 Dr. Sonia Simms accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sonia Simms is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sonia Simms offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simms' office at (714) 633-9111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sonia Simms?

    Please contact Dr. Simms' office at (714) 633-9111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Simms' office located?

    Dr. Simms' office is located in Orange, CA.