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Dr. Sola Kim, MD

Pulmonologist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Critical Care Internist

North Charleston, SC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Pulmonologist in North Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Sola Kim, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Kim completed her residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, 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 (843) 572-3330.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sola Kim may include:

    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 (843) 572-3330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in North Charleston, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

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    9150 Medcom St Ste B

    North Charleston, SC 29406

    (843) 572-3330

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    Dr. Sola Kim's Practice 2

    92 Springview Ln

    Summerville, SC 29485

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    Dr. Sola Kim's Practice 3

    100 Callen Blvd

    Summerville, SC 29486

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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 1508864968.

    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. Sola Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Pulmonologist near North Charleston, SC.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Trident Medical Center, Roper Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sola Kim accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Sola Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (843) 572-3330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (843) 572-3330 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in North Charleston, SC and Summerville, SC.