Summary

Dr. Pyong Kim specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, with additional expertise in general surgery and plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Loma Linda University Medical Center. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kim brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in Spanish and Italian.

Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente locations in Downey, California, and maintains his affiliation with Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as rhinitis and hearing loss, including hearing loss in children. He performs various procedures including virtual care consultations, pathology tests, and surgical pathology services. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Pyong Sik Kim has 2 locations

Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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3.1 
3.9 
33 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Downey , CABeverly Hills , CASanta Monica , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pyong Sik Kim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pyong Sik Kim has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pyong Sik Kim has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Otolaryngology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery Within The Head & Neck
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Medical School

Loma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Pyong Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Pyong Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pyong Kim affiliated with?
Dr. Pyong Kim is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER.
What languages does Dr. Pyong Kim speak?
Dr. Pyong Kim speaks Spanish and Italian.
Is Dr. Pyong Kim accepting new patients?
Dr. Pyong Kim is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Pyong Kim's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Pyong Kim's office located?
Dr. Pyong Kim's office is located at 9449 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.

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