Summary

Dr. Sang Kim is an orthopedic surgeon who brings 26 years of experience to his practice in Los Angeles, California. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Kim further specialized through a fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine, enhancing his expertise in orthopedic care. He is fluent in both English and Korean.

Dr. Kim practices at the Cedars-Sinai Spine Center and maintains hospital affiliations with Shriners Children's Southern California. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His surgical expertise includes herniated disc surgery and lateral lumbar spinal fusion procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kim highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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
  • 16 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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26 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Korean Speaks English, Farsi, Russian, Spanish
Los Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CALos Angeles , CAMarina Del Rey , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine
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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 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 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

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.
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.
How can I make an appointment with Sang Kim?
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Which hospitals is Sang Kim affiliated with?
Sang Kim is affiliated with Shriners Childrens Southern California.
Does Sang Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sang Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.

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