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48 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kim, Anesthesiologist in Tulare, CA?
Dr. Sung Kim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tulare, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, 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 (213) 413-3000.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Kim board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sung Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
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:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- High Fetal Head at Term
- Childbirth Problems
- Baby's Head Not Engaged
- Unengaged Fetal Head
- High Presenting Part
ICD-10 Codes:
- O324XX1: Maternal care for high head at term, fetus 1
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sung 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 (213) 413-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Tulare, CA?
Dr. Kim in Tulare, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
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 1366481442.
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. Sung Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Anesthesiologist near Tulare, CA.
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. Sung Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Tulare, Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center. 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
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Is Sung Kim accepting new patients in Tulare, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sung Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sung Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (213) 413-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sung Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (213) 413-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sung Kim have?
Dr. Sung Kim is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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