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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Joshua Kim, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Chinese, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (510) 522-3700.
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Kim may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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) 522-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Kim in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kim affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CARanked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Washington Hospital Healthcare System,Fremont, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked C-section surgery
Washington Hospital Healthcare System,Fremont, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked C-section surgery
Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital,San Francisco, CARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
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 1972036697.
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. Joshua Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. Joshua Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Sutter Delta 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
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Is Dr. Joshua Kim accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (510) 522-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (510) 522-3700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Kim's offices are located in Berkeley, CA, San Leandro, CA, and Oakland, CA.
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