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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Paul Kim, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from UC Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles. 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 (800) 926-8273.

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

    • Medical School: UC Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles | Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Cardiologist | Assistant Professor of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoid Myocarditis
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Sarcoidosis
    • Cardiac Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul 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 (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Paul Kim's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Paul Kim's Practice 2

    31720 Temecula Pkwy

    Temecula, CA 92592

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    Dr. Paul Kim's Practice 3

    9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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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 1417104837.

    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. Paul Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Uci 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

    When to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist. 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. Paul Kim accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (800) 926-8273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in San Diego, CA, Temecula, CA, and La Jolla, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Kim have?

    Dr. Paul Kim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.