Summary

Helen Kim-James specializes in dermatology, bringing 25 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed her residency at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Helen Kim-James speaks English and has built her expertise over more than two decades of caring for patients with various skin conditions.

Helen Kim-James practices at Ithaca Dermatology in Ithaca, New York, and maintains hospital affiliations with Progress West Hospital. She treats patients with conditions such as acanthosis nigricans and various forms of acne, including acne vulgaris. Her procedural expertise includes skin lesion treatment and removal, cryotherapy for skin lesions, and laser therapy for skin lesions. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 25 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 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

Office Location

Ithaca Dermatology

1780 Hanshaw RdIthaca, NY 14850

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25 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, French, Spanish
Ithaca , NYParamus , NJCommack , NYMiami , FL
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Med School: Stony Brook Medicine Med School: Brown Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Helen Y Kim-James

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • CDPHP
  • Coventry
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Health Plan - United Healthcare and Anthem
  • Excellus (Blue Cross-Blue Shield - New York State) - Medicare Advantage
  • Fidelis Care - Commercial Exchange Product only (Obamacare)
  • Fidelis Care - Medicare Advantage
  • Fidelis Care¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • Geisinger Health Plan¬†
  • Geisinger Health Plan¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Highmark (Blue Cross - Blue Shield - Pennsylvania)¬†
  • Highmark¬† Wholecare - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Highmark¬† Wholecare - Medicare Advantage
  • Jefferson (former Healthcare Partners)- Medicaid Managed Care
  • Jefferson (formerly Healthcare Partners)- Medicare Advantage¬†
  • Lifetime Benefits Solutions (part of Excellus - Blue Cross Blue Shield -¬† New York)
  • Medicaid - New York
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - New York
  • Multi Plan
  • MVP Health Care - Medicare Advantage
  • Nascentia - Medicare Advantage¬†
  • United Behavioral Health (Behavioral services)¬†
  • United Healthcare - Medicare Advantage
  • United Healthcare¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • VA Community Care Network - Veterans Affairs (VA/Optum/United Healthcare)

Medical Specialties

Helen Y Kim-James has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Helen Y Kim-James has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Barnes Jewish Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2005 and Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Helen Y Kim-James' NPI number is 1588647747.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Helen Kim-James accept my insurance?
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Where is Helen Kim-James's office located?
Helen Kim-James's office is located at 1780 Hanshaw Rd, Ithaca, NY, 14850.
Does Helen Kim-James accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Helen Kim-James has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Helen Kim-James speak?
Helen Kim-James speaks English.

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