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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Internist in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Esther Kim, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Germantown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. 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 (207) 626-1438.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic 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 Internist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Esther Kim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (207) 626-1438 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Kim in Germantown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Esther Kim's Primary Practice
19801 Observation Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(207) 626-1438
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 1295141588.
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. Esther Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Internist near Germantown, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Esther Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, MedStar Washington Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Esther Kim accepting new patients in Germantown, MD?
Yes, Dr. Esther Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (207) 626-1438 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (207) 626-1438 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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