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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Shanta Zimmer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Zimmer completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zimmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmer’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zimmer?
Dr. Shanta Zimmer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zimmer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora, CO community, Dr. Zimmer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Zimmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Zimmer board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shanta Zimmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zimmer speak?
Dr. Zimmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Zimmer typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Zimmer 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. Zimmer. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Site Infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-specific surgical infection
- Other post-operative infection
- Unspecified surgical wound infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Zimmer typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shanta Zimmer may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Zimmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zimmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmer accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Zimmer in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zimmer's office located?
What is Dr. Zimmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982637542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmer
What is Dr. Shanta Zimmer's specialty?
Dr. Zimmer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Aurora, CO.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Shanta Zimmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmer is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shanta Zimmer accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Shanta Zimmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanta Zimmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmer's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanta Zimmer?
Please contact Dr. Zimmer's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shanta Zimmer have?
Dr. Shanta Zimmer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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