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Dr. Richard Shimizu, MD

Dr. Richard Shimizu, MD

Springfield, MO

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, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Shimizu 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.

    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
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine Disorder
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Hormone disorder
    • Gland problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E349: Endocrine disorder, 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 Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Shimizu perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Shimizu may include:

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

    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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shimizu's office located?

    Dr. Richard Shimizu's Primary Practice

    1001 E Primrose St

    Springfield, MO 65807

    (417) 875-3280

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    Dr. Richard Shimizu's Practice 2

    1423 N Jefferson Ave Ste B200

    Springfield, MO 65802

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    Dr. Richard Shimizu's Practice 3

    607 W Battlefield St

    Springfield, MO 65807

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    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.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Shimizu to book an appointment today.

    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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 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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