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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Kim graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Carle Foundation Hospital Program. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (213) 388-1010.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carle Foundation Hospital Program
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
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 Rheumatologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Hand discomfort
- Aching hand
- Pain in palm or fingers
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79643: Pain in unspecified hand
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Calcific Tendinitis of Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Calcium Deposit Tendinitis
- Calcific Tendinopathy
- Shoulder Calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7531: Calcific tendinitis of right shoulder
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Kim may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 (213) 388-1010 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
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Paul Kim's Primary Practice
2727 W Olympic Blvd Ste 307
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 388-1010
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 1083652283.
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 Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Paul Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Kim accepting new patients in Los Angeles, 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 (213) 388-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (213) 388-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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