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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 1 additional practice location. 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 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 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.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Bilateral 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- M26603: Bilateral temporomandibular joint disorder, 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- Jaw Pain
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Temporomandibular Joint Pain
- TMJ Pain
- Jaw Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6884: Jaw pain
What procedures does Dr. Kim 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.
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
- Jaw Tumor or Cyst Removal
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Cyst Removal
- Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
- Jaw Bone Cyst Removal
- Oral Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
- 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
- 21046: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible; requiring intra-oral osteotomy (eg, locally aggressive or destructive lesion[s])
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Jaw Bone Graft
- Facial Bone Graft (Nose, Cheek, Upper Jaw)
- Mandible Bone Graft
- Jaw Reconstruction with Bone
- Nasal Bone Graft
- Maxillary Bone Graft
- Malar Bone Graft
- Facial Reconstruction Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 21215: Graft, bone; mandible (includes obtaining graft)
- 21210: Graft, bone; nasal, maxillary or malar areas (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandible Fracture Repair
- Broken Jaw Surgery
- Jaw Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21462: Open treatment of mandibular fracture; with interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- TMJ Manipulation with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Temporomandibular Disorders
- Jaw joint manipulation
- Therapeutic TMJ procedure
- TMJ adjustment under anesthesia
CPT Codes:
- 21073: Manipulation of temporomandibular joint(s) (TMJ), therapeutic, requiring an anesthesia service (ie, general or monitored anesthesia care)
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Maxilla or Zygoma Tumor Removal
- Cheekbone Tumor Excision
- Upper Jaw Cyst Removal
- Facial Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21030: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of maxilla or zygoma by enucleation and curettage
Also known as:
- Maxilla Tumor Removal (Oral Surgery)
- Upper Jaw Tumor Excision
- Maxillary Cyst Removal
- Intra-oral Osteotomy for Tumor
- Benign Maxilla Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21048: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of maxilla; requiring intra-oral osteotomy (eg, locally aggressive or destructive lesion[s])
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Facial Bone Removal (Infection)
- Facial Bone Excision
- Osteomyelitis Facial Bone Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal Face
- Craniofacial Bone Resection
CPT Codes:
- 21026: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); facial bone(s)
Also known as:
- TMJ Scope for Diagnosis
- Endoscopy
- Jaw Joint Arthroscopy
- TMJ Endoscopy
- Diagnostic TMJ Scope
- Temporomandibular Joint Arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29800: Arthroscopy, temporomandibular joint, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Jaw Joint Replacement Surgery (TMJ)
- TMJ Arthroplasty
- Temporomandibular Joint Replacement
- Artificial Jaw Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21243: Arthroplasty, temporomandibular joint, with prosthetic joint replacement
Also known as:
- Jaw Joint Replacement (TMJ Arthroplasty)
- TMJ Arthroplasty
- Temporomandibular Joint Replacement
- Jaw Joint Reconstruction
- TMJ Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 21240: Arthroplasty, temporomandibular joint, with or without autograft (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Lip Biopsy
- Palate or Uvula Biopsy
- Tongue Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
- Lip Tissue Sample
- Oral Biopsy (Lip)
- Lip Lesion Biopsy
- Roof of Mouth Biopsy
- Uvula Tissue Sample
- Throat Biopsy
- Oral Biopsy
- Tongue Tissue Sample
- Anterior Tongue Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
- 40490: Biopsy of lip
- 42100: Biopsy of palate, uvula
- 41100: Biopsy of tongue; anterior two-thirds
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:
- Removal of Bone Growth in Lower Jaw
- Gum or Jawbone Lesion Removal
- Torus Mandibularis Excision
- Mandibular Torus Removal
- Jaw Bone Spur Removal
- Oral Bone Growth Surgery
- Dentoalveolar Lesion Excision
- Oral Tumor Removal
- Gum Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21031: Excision of torus mandibularis
- 41826: Excision of lesion or tumor (except listed above), dentoalveolar structures; with simple repair
Also known as:
- Simple Drainage of Mouth Abscess or Cyst
- Mouth Abscess Drainage
- Oral Cyst Drainage
- Vestibule of Mouth Drainage
- Simple Oral Hematoma Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 40800: Drainage of abscess, cyst, hematoma, vestibule of mouth; simple
Also known as:
- Complex Mouth Vestibuloplasty
- Complex Oral Vestibuloplasty
- Ridge Extension Surgery (Mouth)
- Muscle Repositioning Mouth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 40845: Vestibuloplasty; complex (including ridge extension, muscle repositioning)
Also known as:
- Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
- Esophageal Widening
- Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
- Swallowing Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
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
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Also known as:
- Direct Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Throat Scope
- Larynx Examination
CPT Codes:
- 31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn
Also known as:
- Laryngoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Voice Box Scope with Biopsy
- Throat Biopsy via Laryngoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31535: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy;
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
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 (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)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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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. 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, 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?
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