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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Ophthalmologist in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Joseph Kim, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Moreno Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (404) 519-3454.
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kim treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma from Eye Injury
- Ocular Hypertension
- Birth Defects
- Early-onset glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Traumatic Glaucoma
- Injury-Induced Glaucoma
- Eye Trauma Glaucoma
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H4032X0: Glaucoma secondary to eye trauma, left eye, stage unspecified
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Kim perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 519-3454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Kim in Moreno Valley, 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
AlphaCare
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
What is Dr. Kim's NPI number?An 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 1508027640.
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. Joseph Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Ophthalmologist near Moreno Valley, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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
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Is Joseph Kim accepting new patients in Moreno Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (404) 519-3454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (404) 519-3454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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