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Dr. Joseph Kim, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Hillsborough, NJ

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kim, Infectious Disease Specialist in Hillsborough, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Kim, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Hillsborough, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Kim graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed his residency at Robinson Mem Hosp, General Practice. Dr. Kim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (973) 989-0068.

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

    • Residency: Robinson Mem Hosp, General Practice | Mem Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    • Medical School: Catholic Med College, Seoul, Korea | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medic | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kim typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease 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.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kim typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph 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 (973) 989-0068 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in Hillsborough, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Kim's Primary Practice

    105 Raider Blvd Ste 101

    Hillsborough, NJ 08844

    (973) 989-0068

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    Dr. Joseph Kim's Practice 2

    8 Saddle Rd Ste 203

    Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

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    Dr. Joseph Kim's Practice 3

    765 Route 10 E

    Randolph, NJ 07869

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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 1689640625.

    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. Joseph Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Kim is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Hillsborough, NJ.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Dr. Joseph Kim accepting new patients in Hillsborough, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Joseph Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (973) 989-0068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (973) 989-0068 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kim's office located?

    Dr. Kim's offices are located in Hillsborough, NJ, Cedar Knolls, NJ, and Randolph, NJ.