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Dr. Teresa Kim, MD

Cytopathologist, Anatomic Pathologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Cytopathologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Teresa Kim, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (310) 825-9111.

    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 Cytopathologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Cytopathologist, 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:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Past bladder cancer
    • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
    • History of bladder tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cervical Dysplasia
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (LSIL)
    • CIN 1
    • Abnormal Pap Smear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N870: Mild cervical dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Anal Pap Smear (ASC-US)
    • ASC-US anal smear
    • Uncertain anal cell changes
    • Mildly abnormal anal cells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R85610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of anus (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Uterine Disorder
    • Uterine Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
    • Uterine Problems
    • Uterine Health Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus

    What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Teresa 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 (310) 825-9111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Teresa Kim's Primary Practice

    5900 W Olympic Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90036

    (310) 825-9111

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    Dr. Teresa Kim's Practice 2

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Teresa Kim's Practice 3

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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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 1447754353.

    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. Teresa Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Cytopathologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Cytopathologist do?

    A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cytopathologist. 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 Dr. Teresa Kim accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Teresa Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 825-9111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 825-9111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.