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Dr. Christopher Kim, MD

Dr. Christopher Kim, MD

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

North Chesterfield, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Dr. Christopher Kim, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in North Chesterfield, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kim is fluent in English 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 (804) 320-1339.

    Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics Orthopedics; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va

    Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

    Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Lower Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Lumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Lower Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41126: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Humeral Fracture Fixation
    • Open Repair of Forearm Bone Fractures
    • Upper Arm Bone Fracture Repair
    • Elbow Fracture Fixation (Percutaneous)
    • Humeral Condyle Fracture Repair
    • Radius and Ulna Fracture Surgery
    • Forearm Bone Fixation
    • Open Reduction Internal Fixation (Forearm)
    • Arm Fracture ORIF

    CPT Codes:

    • 24538: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension
    • 25575: Open Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures, With Internal Fixation, When Performed; Of Radius And Ulna

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Fracture Pinning
    • Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
    • Distal radius fracture repair
    • Epiphyseal separation fixation
    • Wrist bone pinning

    CPT Codes:

    • 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
    • Clavicle Fracture Surgery
    • Collarbone Fixation
    • Open Clavicle Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 320-1339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Dr. Kim in North Chesterfield, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Kim's Primary Practice

    1115 Boulders Pkwy Ste 100

    North Chesterfield, VA 23225

    (804) 320-1339

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    What is Dr. Kim's NPI number?A 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 1891736484.

    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. Christopher Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near North Chesterfield, VA.

    What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.

    Is Dr. Christopher Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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

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    Is Dr. Christopher Kim accepting new patients in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (804) 320-1339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (804) 320-1339 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's office is located in North Chesterfield, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kim have?

    Dr. Christopher Kim is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.