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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Santa Ana, CA?
Dr. James Kim, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Chicago Hospital. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Korean, 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 (562) 408-4636.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Chicago Hospital
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62323: 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); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 408-4636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Santa Ana, CA?
Dr. Kim in Santa Ana, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. James Kim's Primary Practice
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 507
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(562) 408-4636
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 1720249691.
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. James Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Santa Ana, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. James Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Kim accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (562) 408-4636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (562) 408-4636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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