Summary

Dr. John Kim is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing nearly four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has dedicated 38 years to caring for patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. Kim is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center in Walnut Creek, California. He focuses on managing serious conditions such as chronic kidney disease, advanced kidney failure, and heart failure. His expertise includes performing comprehensive health assessments and specialized screenings for diabetic kidney complications. Patients benefit from his extensive experience in hospital-based care and his ability to coordinate treatment for multiple health concerns simultaneously.

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Quick Facts

  • 38 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
  • New York Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center

1425 S Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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38 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, French, Bambara
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Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Youngjoo Kim

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Youngjoo Kim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Youngjoo Kim has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. John Youngjoo Kim holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1999 and NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1124107883.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. John Kim accepting new patients?
Dr. John Kim has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Kim's office located?
Dr. John Kim's office is located at 1425 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596.
Does Dr. John Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Kim affiliated with?
Dr. John Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.

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