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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Allison Kim, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (515) 263-5612.
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 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
- 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. Allison 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 (515) 263-5612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Kim in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
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 1538650809.
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. Allison Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA.
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 this Dr. Allison Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Allison Kim accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Allison Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allison Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (515) 263-5612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allison Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (515) 263-5612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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