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Dr. Ja-Hong Kim, MD

Dr. Ja-Hong Kim, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Urologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ja-Hong Kim, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (310) 794-0206.

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

    • Fellowship: Urology, UCLA School of Medicine

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ja-Hong Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology since 2011, American Board of Urology since 2013

    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 Dr. Kim treat?

    As an Urologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Loss of Bladder Control
    • Mixed Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Urinary incontinence
    • Leaking urine
    • Bladder leakage
    • Combined incontinence
    • Stress and urge incontinence
    • Dual incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3941: Urge incontinence
    • R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
    • N3946: Mixed incontinence
    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Frequent Urination
    • Waking Up to Urinate at Night
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary urgency
    • Urgent need to pee
    • Overactive bladder symptom
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate
    • Nocturia
    • Nighttime urination
    • Frequent night peeing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3915: Urgency of urination
    • R350: Frequency of micturition
    • R351: Nocturia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cystocele
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Fallen Bladder
    • Bladder Prolapse
    • Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N8110: Cystocele, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified
    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Cystitis
    • Interstitial Cystitis (Bladder Pain Syndrome)
    • Bladder Pain Syndrome
    • Chronic Bladder Pain
    • Painful Bladder Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3010: Interstitial cystitis (chronic) without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Having Other Types of Cystostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder stoma
    • Urinary diversion
    • Suprapubic bladder opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9359: Other cystostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Female Organ Prolapse
    • Genital Prolapse
    • Pelvic Organ Prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N819: Female genital prolapse, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Kim perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kim performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Rectal Pressure Study
    • Gastric Pressure Test
    • Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
    • Complex Cystometrogram
    • Voiding Pressure Study
    • Bladder Function Test with Pressure

    CPT Codes:

    • 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique

    Also known as:

    • Complex Urine Flow Test
    • Uroflowmetry
    • Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
    • Bladder Function Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
    • Sphincter EMG
    • Anal Sphincter Electromyography
    • Urethral Sphincter EMG
    • Pelvic Floor Muscle Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique

    Also known as:

    • Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
    • Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
    • Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
    • Bladder Neck Injection
    • Endoscopic Urethral Implant
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
    • Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
    • Bladder Stretching Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
    • 52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Bladder X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Irrigation
    • Bladder Wash
    • Bladder Lavage
    • Bladder Instillation

    CPT Codes:

    • 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation

    Also known as:

    • Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
    • Bladder Tube Replacement
    • Suprapubic Catheter Change
    • Cystostomy Maintenance

    CPT Codes:

    • 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple

    Also known as:

    • Urethra Widening Procedure
    • Urethral Stricture Dilation
    • Cystourethroscopy with Dilation
    • Urethral Calibration

    CPT Codes:

    • 52281: Cystourethroscopy, with calibration and/or dilation of urethral stricture or stenosis, with or without meatotomy, with or without injection procedure for cystography, male or female

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Complicated Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Straight Catheterization
    • Intermittent Catheterization
    • Urine Retention Catheter
    • Difficult Bladder Catheter Placement
    • Indwelling Catheter Insertion (Complex)
    • Temporary Urinary Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51701: Insertion of non-indwelling bladder catheter (eg, straight catheterization for residual urine)
    • 51703: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; complicated (eg, altered anatomy, fractured catheter/balloon)

    Also known as:

    • Urine Flow Test (Uroflowmetry)
    • Uroflowmetry
    • UFR test
    • Urinary flow rate test
    • Simple uroflow

    CPT Codes:

    • 51736: Simple uroflowmetry (UFR) (eg, stop-watch flow rate, mechanical uroflowmeter)

    Also known as:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
    • Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
    • Ureteral Catheter Placement
    • Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access

    CPT Codes:

    • 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;

    Also known as:

    • Female Urethral Syndrome Treatment
    • Cystourethroscopy for Urethral Syndrome
    • Urethral Dilation
    • Bladder Neck Incision
    • Urethral Polyp Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 52285: Cystourethroscopy for treatment of the female urethral syndrome with any or all of the following: urethral meatotomy, urethral dilation, internal urethrotomy, lysis of urethrovaginal septal fibrosis, lateral incisions of the bladder neck, and fulguration of polyp(s) of urethra, bladder neck, and/or trigone

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
    • Laparoscopic Colpopexy
    • Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
    • Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
    • Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Bladder Sling Removal or Revision
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery
    • Stress Incontinence Sling Revision
    • Urethral Sling Removal
    • Pelvic Sling Adjustment
    • Incontinence Device Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
    • 57287: Removal or revision of sling for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Wall Repair (Front and Back)
    • Anteroposterior colporrhaphy
    • Cystocele and rectocele repair
    • Vaginal prolapse repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 57260: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed;

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Partial Hysterectomy with Tube/Ovary Removal
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Keyhole partial hysterectomy
    • Minimally invasive supracervical hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic uterus removal with ovaries/tubes

    CPT Codes:

    • 58542: Laparoscopy, surgical, supracervical hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Rectocele Repair
    • Posterior Colporrhaphy
    • Repair of Rectal Prolapse
    • Perineorrhaphy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57250: Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Prolapse Repair (Anterior Colporrhaphy)
    • Cystocele Repair
    • Urethrocele Repair
    • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57240: Anterior colporrhaphy, repair of cystocele with or without repair of urethrocele, including cystourethroscopy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse
    • Cystocele repair
    • Paravaginal defect surgery
    • Vaginal prolapse repair
    • Bladder prolapse surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57285: Paravaginal defect repair (including repair of cystocele, if performed); vaginal approach

    Also known as:

    • Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • PTNS
    • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • Tibial Neuromodulation
    • Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation
    • Sacral Neuromodulation
    • Bladder Pacemaker Surgery
    • Sacral Nerve Electrode Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming
    • 64581: Open implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement)

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
    • Nerve Stimulator Implant
    • Sacral Neuromodulation Device
    • Gastric Stimulator Placement
    • Peripheral Nerve Stimulator

    CPT Codes:

    • 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral or Gastric Neurostimulator Device Revision or Removal
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator removal
    • Sacral neurostimulator revision
    • Gastric stimulator removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 64595: Revision or removal of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Ja-Hong Kim's Primary Practice

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 140

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 794-0206

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    Dr. Ja-Hong Kim's Practice 2

    300 Stein Plz Fl 3

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Ja-Hong Kim's Practice 3

    25775 McBean Pkwy Ste 202

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Visiting Resident, Harry M. Spence Visiting Professorship, UT Southwes

    Third Place in Resident Research Essay Contest, Ohio Urological Socie

    Eli Lilly Scholarship, American Urogynecology Society/Society of Gyne

    Arnold Award for Excellence in Urology, Baylor College of Medicine

    Winner of The James K. Alexander Research Symposium, Baylor College o

    Rice University

    J.S. Fulton Outstanding Senior Award

    Herbert S. Allen Merit Scholarship

    President's Honor Roll

    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 1942321393.

    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. Ja-Hong Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Urologist near Los Angeles, CA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ja-Hong Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main 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

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    Is Ja-Hong Kim accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ja-Hong Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ja-Hong Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 794-0206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ja-Hong Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (310) 794-0206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ja-Hong Kim have?

    Dr. Ja-Hong Kim is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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