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Dr. Elijah Kim, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Surgeon

Sarasota, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Critical Care Surgeon in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Elijah Kim, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (407) 323-7821.

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

    Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 323-7821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Kim in Sarasota, FL 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 Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Globe Life

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Elijah Kim's Primary Practice

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 504

    Sarasota, FL 34239

    (407) 323-7821

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    Dr. Elijah Kim's Practice 2

    3100 E Fletcher Ave

    Tampa, FL 33613

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    Dr. Elijah Kim's Practice 3

    11190 Health Park Blvd

    Naples, FL 34110

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kim affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus,North Venice, FL

    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 1003045097.

    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. Elijah Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Critical Care Surgeon near Sarasota, FL.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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. Elijah Kim accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Elijah Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (407) 323-7821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (407) 323-7821 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Sarasota, FL, Tampa, FL, and Naples, FL.