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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Steve Kim, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (713) 442-0000.
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 Physiatrist, 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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Leg Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Sciatica-like Pain
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51361: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with lower extremity pain only
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Back
- Worn Mid-Back Discs
- Thoracic Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5134: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Steve Kim may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kim's office.
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kim in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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 1912220062.
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. Steve Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steve Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Brazosport Hospital, Houston Physicians' Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital 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 Steve Kim accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Steve Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steve Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (713) 442-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steve Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (713) 442-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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