Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Esther Kim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kim graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, 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 (319) 356-2633.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- 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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Heart-Related Shock After a Procedure
- Post-operative cardiogenic shock
- Heart shock after surgery
- Cardiogenic shock after medical procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8111XA: Postprocedural cardiogenic shock, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Esther Kim may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
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 (319) 356-2633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Kim in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Esther Kim's Primary Practice
535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
(319) 356-2633
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 1942408588.
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. Esther Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Esther Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Esther Kim accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Esther Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (319) 356-2633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (319) 356-2633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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