27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kim, Trauma Surgeon in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Brian Kim, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Kim graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch; Flemish, French, Gujarati, Haitian; Haitian Creole, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Lao, Panjabi; Punjabi, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, Russian, Slavic languages, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, Vietnamese, and Yoruba, 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 (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Clinic
Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain
Is Dr. Kim board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Kim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Czech
Danish
Dutch; Flemish
English
French
Gujarati
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Hebrew
Hindi
Italian
Lao
Panjabi; Punjabi
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Russian
Slavic languages
Spanish
Tagalog
Tamil
Telugu
Thai
Turkish
Urdu
Vietnamese
Yoruba
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Trauma 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
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:
- Intestinal Perforation
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Perforation
- Hole in Intestine
- Ruptured Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K631: Perforation of intestine (nontraumatic)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Obstructed Bile Duct Stones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Blocked bile duct stones with acute cholecystitis
- Acute cholecystitis from obstructed bile duct stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8043: Calculus of bile duct with acute cholecystitis with obstruction
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Kim may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Kim in Rochester, MN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
State of Wisconsin
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
Member
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 1386622421.
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. Brian Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Trauma Surgeon near Rochester, MN.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Brian 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: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus, Mayo Clinic Health System - Cannon Falls. 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 Brian Kim accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Brian Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Kim have?
Dr. Brian Kim is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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