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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Critical Care Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Woon Cho Kim is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Korean, 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 (415) 353-2161.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kim?
Dr. Woon Cho Kim is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acute Care, Surgical Critical Care, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Kim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Critical Care 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Woon Cho Kim may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (415) 353-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kim in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1306256516.
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. Woon Cho Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Critical Care Surgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Woon Cho Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Tufts 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
When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Woon Cho Kim accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Woon Cho Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Woon Cho Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (415) 353-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Woon Cho Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (415) 353-2161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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