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Dr. Vivian Kim, MD

Dr. Vivian Kim, MD

Fresno, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kim, Retina Specialist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Vivian Kim, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (559) 702-1212.

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Vivian Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2008

    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 Dr. Kim treat?

    As a Retina 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    What procedures does Dr. Kim perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kim performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 702-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Community Care Network

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Vivian Kim's Primary Practice

    7145 N Chestnut Ave

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 702-1212

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    Dr. Vivian Kim's Practice 2

    5021 W Noble Ave Ste A

    Visalia, CA 93277

    (559) 627-9393

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    Dr. Vivian Kim's Practice 3

    1303 E Herndon Ave

    Fresno, CA 93720

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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 1669560041.

    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. Vivian Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Retina Specialist near Fresno, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vivian 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: Fresno Surgical 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina 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 Vivian Kim accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Vivian Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (559) 702-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vivian Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (559) 702-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vivian Kim have?

    Dr. Vivian Kim is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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