EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Sanford Kim, MD

Dr. Sanford Kim, MD

Franklin, TN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Internist in Franklin, TN?

    Dr. Sanford Kim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Franklin, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (615) 342-6828.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kim board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Sanford Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kim treat?

    As a 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.

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Which procedures does Dr. Kim perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sanford Kim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kim's office.

    Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 342-6828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Franklin, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Sanford Kim's Primary Practice

    4323 Carothers Pkwy Ste 505

    Franklin, TN 37067

    (615) 342-6828

    Get Directions

    Dr. Sanford Kim's Practice 2

    2300 Patterson St

    Nashville, TN 37203

    Get Directions

    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 1891782454.

    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. Sanford Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is a Internist near Franklin, TN.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kim to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Williamson Health, Maury Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Sanford Kim accepting new patients in Franklin, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Sanford Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (615) 342-6828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sanford Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (615) 342-6828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sanford Kim have?

    Dr. Sanford Kim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

    Other Internist Near Franklin, TN

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Franklin, TN
    TR

    Interventional Cardiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Franklin, TN
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Franklin, TN
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists