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Dr. Alexander Kim, MD

Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Santa Fe, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Anesthesiologist in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Alexander Kim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (314) 747-3581.

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

    • Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 747-3581 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Kim in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christus Health

    • Community Care Network

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Christus St Vincent

    455 Saint Michaels Dr

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

    (314) 747-3581

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    Dr. Alexander Kim's Practice 2

    1501 San Pedro Dr SE

    Albuquerque, NM 87108

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    Dr. Alexander Kim's Practice 3

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

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    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 1770606154.

    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. Alexander Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is an Anesthesiologist near Santa Fe, NM.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Alexander Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Los Alamos Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital 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. Alexander Kim accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (314) 747-3581 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (314) 747-3581 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Santa Fe, NM and Albuquerque, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Kim have?

    Dr. Alexander Kim is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.