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Dr. Byung Kim, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Cytopathologist, Anatomic Pathologist

Palmer, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Palmer, AK?

    Dr. Byung Kim, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Palmer, AK. He is board certified. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (206) 386-2676.

    Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: Korea Univ Coll of Med, Chong-no-ku, Seoul, So Korea

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Byung Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Disease
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Byung Kim may include:

    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 (206) 386-2676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Palmer, AK?

    Dr. Kim in Palmer, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • WVP Health Authority

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Byung Kim's Primary Practice

    2490 S Woodworth Loop Ste 410

    Palmer, AK 99645

    (206) 386-2676

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    What is Dr. Kim's NPI number?A 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 1932402377.

    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. Byung Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Palmer, AK.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Swedish Issaquah Campus, Alaska Regional Hospital, Swedish First Hill Campus, Providence St. Peter Hospital, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Byung Kim accepting new patients in Palmer, AK?

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

    Does Dr. Byung Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (206) 386-2676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Byung Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (206) 386-2676 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's office is located in Palmer, AK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Byung Kim have?

    Dr. Byung Kim is certified by the American Board of Pathology.