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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kim, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ildong Kim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from Okayama Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Japanese, 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 (858) 560-8910.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Bridgeport Hospital | Bridgeport Hospital Program
Medical School: Okayama University, Fac of Med, Okayama, Japan | Okayama University / Medical School | Okayama Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ildong Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ildong Kim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (858) 560-8910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kim in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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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 1346262896.
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. Ildong Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ildong Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ildong Kim accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ildong Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ildong Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (858) 560-8910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ildong Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (858) 560-8910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ildong Kim have?
Dr. Ildong Kim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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