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Dr. Hyung Leona Kim, MD

Dr. Hyung Leona Kim, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Hepatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Hyung Leona Kim, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (212) 241-8035.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kim?

    Dr. Hyung Leona Kim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hepatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis C, Liver Disease, Transplant Medicine-Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Kim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    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 a Hepatologist, 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:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Primary biliary cholangitis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Primary biliary cirrhosis
    • PBC
    • Autoimmune bile duct disease
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Portal hypertension
    • Liver Disease
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • High blood pressure in the portal vein
    • Liver portal pressure
    • Elevated portal venous pressure
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K766: Portal hypertension
    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    Also known as:

    • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
    • PSC
    • Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
    • Sclerosing Cholangitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Complication
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Hepatic Transplant Complication
    • Liver Graft Problem
    • Post-Liver Transplant Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8640: Unspecified complication of liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis C
    • Hepatitis C
    • Long-term Hepatitis C
    • Persistent Hepatitis C
    • Hep C

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C

    Also known as:

    • Hepatic Encephalopathy
    • Portosystemic encephalopathy
    • PSE
    • Brain fog from liver disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy

    Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as a Hepatologist?

    As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hyung Leona Kim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kim's office.

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8035 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Kim in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Hyung Leona Kim's Primary Practice

    5 E 98th St Fl 12

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 241-8035

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    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 1245346139.

    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. Hyung Leona Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Hepatologist near New York, NY. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hyung Leona Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 Hyung Leona Kim accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Hyung Leona Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (212) 241-8035 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hyung Leona Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (212) 241-8035 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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