Dr. Richard Shimer, MD
Dr. Richard Shimer, MD
About
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Insurance Accepted
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GEHA
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Cigna
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Tricare
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Humana
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MultiPlan PPO
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Aetna
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Curative PPO PlusCurative PPOCurative EPO
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Medicaid
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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First Health (Coventry Health Care)
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Medicare
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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Assurant Health
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Coventry Health Care
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Open Access
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Locations
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Memorial Surgery & Trauma - Oak Park1717 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Surgical Associates of Southwest Louisiana2770 3rd Ave Ste 120, Lake Charles, LA 70601Monday08:00 - 17:00Tuesday08:00 - 17:00Wednesday08:00 - 17:00Thursday08:00 - 17:00Friday08:00 - 12:00
Patient Satisfaction
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Dr. Shimer has excellent bedside manners. He is compassionate and I'm glad that he's my surgeon. If I ever need surgery, in the future again, he will be the one I call!
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Education
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Medical College of Pennsylvania
1997
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Residency
- Lehigh Valley Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Shimer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shimer's profile.
Dr. Shimer in specializes in General Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Shimer frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Shimer's office is located at 1717 Oak Park Blvd Lake Charles, LA 70601. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Shimer provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Richard Shimer, MD is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Richard Shimer, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.
Dr. Richard Shimer, MD has a star rating of 4.6/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA