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Dr. Peter Shin, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Torrance, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shin, Family Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Peter Shin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Shin completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Shin is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (310) 326-2161.

    Where did Dr. Shin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx

    Is Dr. Shin board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Shin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shin speak?

    Dr. Shin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shin typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shin typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shin. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 326-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Shin in Torrance, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shin's office located?

    Dr. Peter Shin's Primary Practice

    23326 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 140

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 326-2161

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    What is Dr. Shin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770590655.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shin

    What is Dr. Peter Shin's specialty?

    Dr. Shin is a Family Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Peter Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Adventist Health Glendale, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Peter Shin accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Shin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Shin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (310) 326-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Shin?

    Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (310) 326-2161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shin's office located?

    Dr. Shin's office is located in Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Shin have?

    Dr. Peter Shin is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.