Summary

Dr. Benjamin Kim is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and vision. He earned his medical degree from Yale University and completed his residency at Mount Auburn Hospital in 2005. With 22 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Kim focuses on helping patients preserve and restore their sight through advanced treatments. He speaks English and provides comprehensive eye care to patients throughout the Philadelphia area.

Dr. Kim practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, with locations in Philadelphia and Radnor, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes performing intravitreal injections, mechanical vitrectomy procedures, and retinal detachment repairs. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 22 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Auburn Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Benjamin J. Kim has 2 locations

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Benjamin J. Kim

145 King of Prussia Road Penn Medicine RadnorRadnor, PA 19087

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Benjamin J. Kim, MDDr. Michael Kresloff, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. Nancy Wilson Crawford, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.6 
22 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PACollingswood , NJScranton , PASpringfield , PA
Med School: Yale University Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Benjamin J. Kim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Benjamin J. Kim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Benjamin J. Kim has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retinal Specialist

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Benjamin J. Kim holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Auburn Hospital in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University in 2004.

NPI Number

Benjamin J. Kim's NPI number is 1093879546.

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Is Benjamin Kim accepting new patients?
Benjamin Kim is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Benjamin Kim's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Benjamin Kim affiliated with?
Benjamin Kim is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
What languages does Benjamin Kim speak?
Benjamin Kim speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kim?
You can find contact information for Benjamin Kim here on Vitals.
Does Benjamin Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Benjamin Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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