Dr. Darlene Kim, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO. She is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (303) 388-4461.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kim?
Dr. Darlene Kim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kim empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiac CT Scanning, Cardiac Imaging, Coronary Artery Disease, Echocardiography-Transesophageal, Nuclear Stress Testing, Preventive Cardiology, Pulmonary Hypertension, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Denver/CO community, Dr. Kim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Darlene Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Cardiologist, 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:
Pulmonary Hypertension
High Blood Pressure in Lungs
Lung Hypertension
High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
R0602: Shortness of breath
R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Kim perform?
As a Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
CPET
Cardio-respiratory fitness test
VO2 max test
Exercise stress test with gas exchange
CPT Codes:
94621: Cardiopulmonary exercise testing, including measurements of minute ventilation, CO2 production, O2 uptake, and electrocardiographic recordings
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 388-4461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Kim in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Darlene Kim?
Dr. Kim has appointments available at her Denver, CO office. Please select a date and time below.
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 1518161892.
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. Darlene Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Cardiologist near Denver, CO.
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Darlene Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on
EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find
the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more.
See all our health guides to find
trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Darlene Kim accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Darlene Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Dr. Raphael Sung, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.