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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kim, Family Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Carle Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (925) 288-0828.

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

    • Residency: Carle Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery | Carle Foundation Hospital | University Hospitals, Cleveland

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul 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?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Paul Kim's Primary Practice

    2637 Shadelands Dr

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 288-0828

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    Dr. Paul Kim's Practice 2

    401 Gregory Ln Ste 104

    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

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    Dr. Paul Kim's Practice 3

    1505 Saint Alphonsus Way

    Alamo, CA 94507

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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 1609831163.

    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. Paul Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Family Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    No, Dr. Kim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Paul Kim accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (925) 288-0828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (925) 288-0828 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA, Pleasant Hill, CA, and Alamo, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Kim have?

    Dr. Paul Kim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.