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Who is Dr. Shim, Specialist in Oakland Gardens, NY?
Dr. Joseph Shim, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland Gardens, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shim graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Stony Brook University Hospital S U N Y Health Sciences Center. Dr. Shim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim’s office at (718) 279-8107.
Where did Dr. Shim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stony Brook University Hospital S U N Y Health Sciences Center | University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
What languages does Dr. Shim speak?
Dr. Shim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Shim treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shim 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. Shim. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Right Wrist Bone
- Distal Right Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43431D: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, subsequent encounter
- S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Shoulder and Upper Arm Muscle Strain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled shoulder muscle
- Upper arm tendon strain
- Shoulder muscle pull
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46811D: Strain of other muscles, fascia and tendons at shoulder and upper arm level, right arm, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Left Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Left adhesive capsulitis
- Left shoulder stiffness
- Left shoulder periarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
Also known as:
- Colles' Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Does Dr. Shim accept my insurance?
Dr. Shim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 279-8107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shim accept in Oakland Gardens, NY?
Dr. Shim in Oakland Gardens, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shim's office located?
Dr. Joseph Shim's Primary Practice
5650 Francis Lewis Blvd
Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
(718) 279-8107
What is Dr. Shim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285640730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shim
What is Dr. Joseph Shim's specialty?
Dr. Shim is a Specialist near Oakland Gardens, NY. Contact Dr. Shim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Shim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Shim accepting new patients in Oakland Gardens, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Shim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Shim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (718) 279-8107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Shim?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (718) 279-8107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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