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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheker-Dickson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Sheker-Dickson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheker-Dickson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheker-Dickson’s office at (619) 591-9999.
Where did Dr. Sheker-Dickson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Sheker-Dickson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheker-Dickson speak?
Dr. Sheker-Dickson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sheker-Dickson treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheker-Dickson 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. Sheker-Dickson. 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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
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:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sheker-Dickson perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office.
Does Dr. Sheker-Dickson accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheker-Dickson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 591-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheker-Dickson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sheker-Dickson in San Diego, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office located?
Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson's Primary Practice
1628 Palm Ave
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 591-9999
What is Dr. Sheker-Dickson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheker-Dickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194755363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheker-Dickson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheker-Dickson
What is Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson's specialty?
Dr. Sheker-Dickson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, 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. Sheker-Dickson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheker-Dickson is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Tri-City 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Kimberly Sheker-Dickson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office at (619) 591-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Sheker-Dickson?
Please contact Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office at (619) 591-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson have?
Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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