Overview
Our goal is to provide care that is second to none via physicians and staff who are knowledgeable in all aspects of gastroenterology. We believe that this care be delivered through compassion, confidentiality, and understanding of your need for service regardless of race, religion, or economic background.
Dr. Simmons is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Simmons is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Gastroenterology). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Simmons is currently accepting new patients.
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
3816 Woodruff Ave, Ste 411, Long Beach, CA 90808
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Simmons has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Timothy C. Simmons
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy C. Simmons?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy C. Simmons by calling their office at 562-257-6110. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Timothy C. Simmons a top-rated expert for Gastrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy C. Simmons is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrectomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Timothy C. Simmons specialize in?
While Dr. Timothy C. Simmons is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrectomy, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Timothy C. Simmons participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Timothy C. Simmons has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy C. Simmons's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Timothy C. Simmons accept my insurance?
Dr. Timothy C. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 562-257-6110 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- ColonoscopyDr. Simmons isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Simmons isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrectomyDr. Simmons isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Simmons isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastrostomyDr. Simmons isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Simmons isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.