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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Janet Kim, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Kim graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (858) 457-3270.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
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 a Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 457-3270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kim in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Janet Kim's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 420
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 457-3270
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 1154355857.
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. Janet Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Specialist near La Jolla, CA.
Is this Dr. Janet Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Aspen Valley Hospital, Scripps Green Hospital 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Janet Kim accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Janet Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janet Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (858) 457-3270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janet Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (858) 457-3270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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