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Dr. Doojin Kim, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Neurologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Doojin Kim, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (310) 319-5098.

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Doojin Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    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 Neurologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-5098 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kim in Santa Monica, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Doojin Kim's Primary Practice

    1801 Wilshire Blvd # 100

    Santa Monica, CA 90403

    (310) 319-5098

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    Dr. Doojin Kim's Practice 2

    1680 E 120th St

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    Dr. Doojin Kim's Practice 3

    2215 W Rosecrans Ave

    Compton, CA 90222

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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 1487679858.

    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. Doojin Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Neurologist near Santa Monica, CA.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Doojin Kim accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Doojin Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 319-5098 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Doojin Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 319-5098 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Doojin Kim have?

    Dr. Doojin Kim is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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