Summary

Dr. Sang Kim treats back pain, back pain in children and teens, and back pain during pregnancy, and performs herniated disc surgery and lateral lumbar spinal fusion. He practices orthopedic surgery and is affiliated with Shriners Childrens Southern California, where he also sees patients in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim has 26 years of experience. He completed a fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine in 2013 and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, and earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He speaks English and Korean. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kim 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean
  • Washington University School of Medicine
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Cedars-Sinai Spine Center

444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800Los Angeles, CA 90048
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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sang D Kim

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Positive Health Care
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Sang D Kim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Sang D Kim has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Sang D Kim holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine in 2013.

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2012 and Massachusetts General Hospital in 2008.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2007 and Yale University in 2000.

NPI Number

Sang D Kim's NPI number is 1053516609.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sang Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Sang Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Sang Kim accepting new patients?
Sang Kim is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Sang Kim's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Sang Kim speak?
Sang Kim speaks English and Korean.
How can I make an appointment with Sang Kim?
You can find contact information for Sang Kim here on Vitals.
Where is Sang Kim's office located?
Sang Kim's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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