Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Prairie, TX?
Dr. Michael Sims, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Prairie, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sims graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Methodist Health System Dallas Program. Dr. Sims is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sims’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (972) 263-5272.
Where did Dr. Sims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Health System Dallas Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sims typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Coma
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Coma
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- High Blood Sugar Crisis
- Hyperosmolar Coma
- Diabetic Hyperosmolar State
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
- E1101: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity with coma
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sims typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Sims may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sims' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 263-5272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Grand Prairie, TX?
Dr. Sims in Grand Prairie, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
Dr. Michael Sims' Primary Practice
4560 Lake Ridge Pkwy Ste 200
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(972) 263-5272
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336114313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. Michael Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Prairie, TX.
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 this Dr. Michael Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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 Michael Sims accepting new patients in Grand Prairie, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (972) 263-5272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (972) 263-5272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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