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Dr. David Shimabukuro, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shimabukuro, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. David Shimabukuro, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Shimabukuro graduated from University of Manitoba College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shimabukuro is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimabukuro’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimabukuro’s office at (415) 353-1116.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | University Ca Sf School Of Med

    • Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | University of Manitoba College of Medicine | McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shimabukuro board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Shimabukuro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Shimabukuro speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Shimabukuro treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shimabukuro 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. Shimabukuro. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Shimabukuro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shimabukuro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-1116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shimabukuro accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Shimabukuro in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Shimabukuro's office located?

    Dr. David Shimabukuro's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-1116

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    Dr. David Shimabukuro's Practice 2

    675 18th St

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. David Shimabukuro's Practice 3

    1635 Divisadero St Ste 625

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Shimabukuro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568427847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimabukuro?

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

    What is Dr. David Shimabukuro's specialty?

    Dr. Shimabukuro is a Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Shimabukuro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Shimabukuro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shimabukuro is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 David Shimabukuro accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Shimabukuro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Shimabukuro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shimabukuro's office at (415) 353-1116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Shimabukuro?

    Please contact Dr. Shimabukuro's office at (415) 353-1116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Shimabukuro have?

    Dr. David Shimabukuro is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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