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Dr. Aminatu Shehu, MD

Culver City, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shehu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Culver City, CA?

    Dr. Aminatu Shehu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Culver City, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shehu completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shehu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shehu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shehu’s office at (310) 202-4745.

    Where did Dr. Shehu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    Is Dr. Shehu board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Aminatu Shehu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shehu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shehu treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shehu 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. Shehu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, 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 Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Sudden Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I249: Acute ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Shehu perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Aminatu Shehu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shehu's office.

    Does Dr. Shehu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shehu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 202-4745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shehu accept in Culver City, CA?

    Dr. Shehu in Culver 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • GlobalHealth

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicaid

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Weyco

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    Where is Dr. Shehu's office located?

    Dr. Aminatu Shehu's Primary Practice

    3828 Delmas Ter

    Culver City, CA 90232

    (310) 202-4745

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

    Dr. Shehu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396785713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shehu?

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

    What is Dr. Aminatu Shehu's specialty?

    Dr. Shehu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Culver City, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Shehu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Aminatu Shehu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shehu is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Community Hospital of Huntington Park 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 Aminatu Shehu accepting new patients in Culver City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Aminatu Shehu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aminatu Shehu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shehu's office at (310) 202-4745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aminatu Shehu?

    Please contact Dr. Shehu's office at (310) 202-4745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aminatu Shehu have?

    Dr. Aminatu Shehu is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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