38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Seong Kim, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Kim completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Medical Oncology; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine; St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Geisinger Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (213) 977-1214.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Medical Oncology; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine; St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Geisinger Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: Yonsei University College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Brief Mental Health Assessment
- Emotional Assessment
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Depression Inventory
- ADHD Scale Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 96127: Brief emotional/behavioral assessment (eg, depression inventory, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder [ADHD] scale), with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 977-1214 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kim in Los Angeles, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Dr. Seong Kim's Primary Practice
1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 303
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 977-1214
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 1316987605.
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. Seong Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Seong Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore 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 Seong Kim accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Seong Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seong Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (213) 977-1214 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seong Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (213) 977-1214 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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