Summary

Dr. Helen Kim treats ventral hernia, inguinal hernia, and sports hernia, and performs laparoscopy, hernia repair surgery, and hernia repair surgery in children. She has practiced surgery and colorectal surgery for 34 years and is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Hospital.

Dr. Kim earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at UC Davis Medical Center. She sees patients in Bellevue, Washington, and speaks English, Korean, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kim 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean, Spanish
  • Uc Davis Medical Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Proliance Eastside Surgical Specialists

1231 116th Ave NE Suite 930Bellevue, WA 98004

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34 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Korean, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English, Russian
Bellevue , WABellevue , WAKirkland , WABellevue , WA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Helen H. Kim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Helen H. Kim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Helen H. Kim has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uc Davis Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1386603538.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Helen Kim accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Helen Kim accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Helen Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Helen Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Helen Kim affiliated with?
Dr. Helen Kim is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Hospital.

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