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Dr. Dohwa Kim, MD

Los Angeles, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kim, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Dohwa Kim, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine and completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (323) 442-5100.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Yonsei University College of Medicine | Yonsei University College of Medicine

    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 Dr. Kim treat?

    As a Geriatric 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.

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mental Disorder
    • Psychiatric condition
    • Brain health issue
    • Emotional disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F09: Unspecified mental disorder due to known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dohwa Kim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kim's office.

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Dohwa Kim's Primary Practice

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-5100

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    Dr. Dohwa Kim's Practice 2

    1751 Foothill Blvd Ste 2

    La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

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    Dr. Dohwa Kim's Practice 3

    5901 W Olympic Blvd Ste 307

    Los Angeles, CA 90036

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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 1528083557.

    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. Dohwa Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Kim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC. 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Dohwa Kim accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Dohwa Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dohwa Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (323) 442-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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