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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Dongsoo Kim, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (318) 212-5944.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kim treat?
As a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 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:
- Unspecified TMJ Disorder
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
- TMD
- Jaw joint pain (unspecified)
- Temporomandibular dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26609: Unspecified temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Bilateral TMJ Disorder
- Right TMJ Disorder
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
- Both side jaw joint pain
- Bilateral TMJ pain
- Both side temporomandibular arthralgia
- Both side TMJ pain
- Bilateral temporomandibular joint dysfunction
- Right temporomandibular joint dysfunction
- Right TMD
- Right jaw joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- M26603: Bilateral temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified
- M26601: Right temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Cyst
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
- Cyst in Jaw Bone
- Odontogenic Cyst
- Jaw Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
- M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mouth Sores or Lesions
- Leukoplakia
- Other Mouth Lesions
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Lesions
- Mouth Ulcers
- Oral Mucosa Issues
- White Patches in Mouth', 'Oral Leukoplakia', 'Smoker's Keratosis
- Oral Sores
- Abnormalities in Mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
- K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
- K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa
Also known as:
- Impacted Teeth
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth', 'Unerupted teeth', 'Teeth that won't come in
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Mandibular Cancer
- Lower Jaw Cancer
- Malignant Mandible Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
- Tongue Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Non-cancerous jaw growth
- Benign mandible neoplasm
- Jaw lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-5944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Kim in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Dongsoo Kim's Practice 2
2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 410
Shreveport, LA 71118
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 1821016957.
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. Dongsoo Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dongsoo Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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
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Is Dongsoo Kim accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dongsoo Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dongsoo Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (318) 212-5944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dongsoo Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (318) 212-5944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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