Dr. Matthew Kim, MD

Visalia, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Kim, Hospitalist in Visalia, CA?

Dr. Matthew Kim, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, 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 (559) 429-4781.

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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

As a Hospitalist, 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:

Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

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:

Changes in Mental State
Mental Disorder
Confusion
Disorientation
Changes in awareness

ICD-10 Codes:

R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

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Acute Kidney Failure
Kidney Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden Kidney Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

Also known as:

Blood Infection
Sepsis
Bacteremia
Bacteria in blood
Bloodstream infection

ICD-10 Codes:

R7881: Bacteremia

Also known as:

Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm

ICD-10 Codes:

I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

Also known as:

Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse

ICD-10 Codes:

R55: Syncope and collapse

What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Kim may include:

Hospital Visit

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 (559) 429-4781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

Top Insurances

Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Correct Care Integrated Health
Federal government of the United States
GEMCare
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

Dr. Matthew Kim's Primary Practice

400 W Mineral King Ave

Visalia, CA 93291

(559) 429-4781

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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:

Kaweah Health Medical Center,Visalia, CA

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked Spine Surgery

Adventist Health Tulare,Tulare, CA

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 1013449149.

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. Matthew Kim's specialty?

Dr. Kim is a Hospitalist near Visalia, CA.

What does a Hospitalist do?

Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Kaweah Health 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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