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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kim, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Kim, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed her residency at Delaware Co Meml. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and German, 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 (805) 967-0057.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Delaware Co Meml
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean; Plymouth, Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Patient Refused Vaccination
- Vaccine refusal
- Refusal to vaccinate
- Immunization refusal
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Kim may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 967-0057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Kim in Santa Barbara, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Kim's Primary Practice
5333 Hollister Ave Ste 295
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 967-0057
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 1962571943.
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. Elizabeth Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth 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: Goleta Valley Cottage 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Kim accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (805) 967-0057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (805) 967-0057 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Kim have?
Dr. Elizabeth Kim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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