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Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Diego, CA

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 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheker-Dickson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheker-Dickson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson may include:

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

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson's Practice 2

    1940 El Cajon Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92104

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    What is Dr. Sheker-Dickson's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, 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. 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, Sharp Grossmont 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

    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. 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 Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson?

    Please contact Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office at (619) 591-9999 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office located?

    Dr. Sheker-Dickson's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson have?

    Dr. Kimberly Sheker-Dickson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.