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Dr. Teresa Kim, MD

Dr. Teresa Kim, MD

Surgeon

Walnut Creek, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Teresa Kim, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Kim graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed her residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Program. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, 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 (510) 465-5523.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California (San Francisco) Program

    • Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

    Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Teresa 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 (510) 465-5523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Teresa Kim's Primary Practice

    1515 Newell Ave

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (510) 465-5523

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    Dr. Teresa Kim's Practice 2

    365 Hawthorne Ave Ste 101

    Oakland, CA 94609

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    Dr. Teresa Kim's Practice 3

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kim affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA
    Pih Health Downey Hospital,Downey, CA

    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 1386663433.

    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. Teresa Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Surgeon near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Teresa Kim accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Teresa Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (510) 465-5523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (510) 465-5523 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and Oakland, CA.