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Dr. So-Young Kim, MD

Dr. So-Young Kim, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Endocrinologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. So-Young Kim currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine and Attending Endocrinologist at the Weill Cornell Medical College. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various Endocrinology disorders, including thyroid (hypothyroidism/hyperthyroidism/thyroid nodules), polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), metabolic bone (osteoporosis), parathyroid disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus.??Dr. Kim completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago and then continued on to receive her M.D. from New York Medical College.? She completed her internal medicine residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center and completed her clinical fellowship in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism at the Weill Cornell Medical College/New York Presbyterian Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and the Hospital for Special Surgery.?

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Division of Endocrinology

    Division of Endocrinology

    1305 York Avenue

    4th Floor

    New York, NY 10021

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    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 1346564002.

    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. So-Young Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Endocrinologist near New York, NY.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is this Dr. So-Young Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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 So-Young Kim accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. So-Young Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. So-Young Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with So-Young Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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