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Dr. Susan Kim, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Pediatric Rheumatologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Susan Kim, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Rheumatology; Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics. 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 (415) 353-2466.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Rheumatology; Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, 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:

    • Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    • Juvenile Dermatomyositis with Muscle Weakness
    • Myositis
    • Childhood Dermatomyositis
    • JDM
    • Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
    • JDM with Myopathy
    • Childhood Dermatomyositis Muscle Problems
    • Muscle Weakness in JDM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
    • M3302: Juvenile dermatomyositis with myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • JIA
    • Childhood arthritis
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Linear Scleroderma
    • Scleroderma
    • Line scleroderma
    • Stripe scleroderma
    • Skin hardening in lines

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L941: Linear scleroderma

    What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Kim may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kim in San Francisco, 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

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Susan Kim's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-2466

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    Dr. Susan Kim's Practice 2

    1825 4th St Fl 6

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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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 1417921586.

    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. Susan Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Renown Regional Medical Center, Marinhealth Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Susan Kim accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Susan Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (415) 353-2466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (415) 353-2466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Kim have?

    Dr. Susan Kim is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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