Summary

Dr. Teresa Kim is a surgeon with 27 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Kim is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations throughout the Bay Area.

Dr. Kim practices at multiple locations including Castro Valley and Oakland, with affiliations at Alameda Hospital and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. She specializes in treating gallstones, gallbladder inflammation, and bowel blockages. Her surgical expertise includes performing comprehensive health screenings and metabolic assessments to monitor patients' overall wellness. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 27 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim has 3 locations

Epic Care

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 102Castro Valley, CA 94546
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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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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27 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Castro Valley , CAPalo Alto , CARedwood City , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Massachusetts Medical School in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1386663433.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim affiliated with?
Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim is affiliated with Alameda Hospital.
Is Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim's office located?
Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim's office is located at 20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 102, Castro Valley, CA, 94546.
Does Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Teresa Hyunsuk Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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