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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. He has been practicing for over 21 years. 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 Medicare 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 an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
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:
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Both side jaw joint pain
- Bilateral TMJ pain
- Both side temporomandibular arthralgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
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:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
CPT Codes:
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
Also known as:
- TMJ Arthroscopy
- Endoscopy
- Jaw joint arthroscopy
- TMJ scope surgery
- Temporomandibular joint endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29804: Arthroscopy, temporomandibular joint, surgical
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Complex Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandibular fracture surgery
- Jaw wiring
- Internal jaw fixation
CPT Codes:
- 21470: Open treatment of complicated mandibular fracture by multiple surgical approaches including internal fixation, interdental fixation, and/or wiring of dentures or splints
Also known as:
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Reshaping
- Alveoloplasty
- Gum Ridge Reshaping
- Jaw Ridge Smoothing
- Dental Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 41874: Alveoloplasty, each quadrant (specify)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
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.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
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.
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, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Christus Highland 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
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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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