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Dr. Michelle Kim, MD

Anesthesiologist

Long Beach, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Anesthesiologist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Michelle Kim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (562) 826-8000.

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kim 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. Kim. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kim 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. Kim. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 826-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Kim in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Kim's Primary Practice

    5901 E 7th St

    Long Beach, CA 90822

    (562) 826-8000

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    Dr. Michelle Kim's Practice 2

    101 E Valencia Mesa Dr

    Fullerton, CA 92835

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

    Dr. Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316111669.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kim?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is an Anesthesiologist near Long Beach, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Michelle Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michelle Kim accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (562) 826-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (562) 826-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Long Beach, CA and Fullerton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Kim have?

    Dr. Michelle Kim is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.