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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alex Hwan Kim is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA 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, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (619) 528-5000.
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kim treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, 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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Foot Bunion
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Bunion
- Right Hallux Valgus
- Right Big Toe Deformity
- Right Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21611: Bunion of right foot
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21612: Bunion of left foot
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Flatfoot
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pes Planus at Birth
- Flat Feet (Congenital)
- Congenital Pes Planus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6651: Congenital pes planus, right foot
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Hwan Kim may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kim's office.
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kim in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1508083098.
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. Alex Hwan Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near San Diego, CA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Hwan Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alex Hwan Kim accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Hwan Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Hwan Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Hwan Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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