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Who is Dr. Kum, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Palmdale, CA?
Dr. Seon Kum, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palmdale, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kum’s office at (661) 575-1800.
What languages does Dr. Kum speak?
Dr. Kum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Kum typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Kum 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. Kum. 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:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Kum typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Seon Kum may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kum accept my insurance?
Dr. Kum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 575-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kum accept in Palmdale, CA?
Dr. Kum in Palmdale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kum's office located?
Dr. Seon Kum's Primary Practice
2260 E Palmdale Blvd Ste J
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 575-1800
What is Dr. Kum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003127275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kum
What is Dr. Seon Kum's specialty?
Dr. Kum is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Palmdale, CA.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is this Dr. Seon Kum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Seon Kum accepting new patients in Palmdale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Seon Kum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seon Kum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kum's office at (661) 575-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seon Kum?
Please contact Dr. Kum's office at (661) 575-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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