Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shimizu, Internist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Richard Shimizu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shimizu graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shimizu is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimizu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimizu’s office at (417) 875-3280.
Where did Dr. Shimizu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Shimizu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shimizu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shimizu speak?
Dr. Shimizu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shimizu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shimizu 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. Shimizu. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shimizu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Shimizu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shimizu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimizu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-3280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimizu accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Shimizu in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shimizu's office located?
What is Dr. Shimizu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimizu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164466645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimizu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimizu
What is Dr. Richard Shimizu's specialty?
Dr. Shimizu is a Internist near Springfield, MO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Shimizu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shimizu is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South 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
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Is Richard Shimizu accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shimizu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Shimizu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office at (417) 875-3280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Shimizu?
Please contact Dr. Shimizu's office at (417) 875-3280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Shimizu have?
Dr. Richard Shimizu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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