Summary

Dr. Teresa Kim is a surgeon with 27 years of experience treating patients throughout the Castro Valley and Oakland areas. She earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed her residency training at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Kim is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Kim practices at multiple locations including Castro Valley, Oakland, and Walnut Creek, with hospital affiliations at Alameda Hospital. She specializes in treating gallbladder conditions such as gallstones and acute gallbladder inflammation, as well as bowel obstructions. Her surgical expertise includes comprehensive patient evaluations and diabetic kidney screening procedures. Patients have given Dr. Kim 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 Chinese, Spanish
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 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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Castro Valley , CAPalo Alto , CARedwood City , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med
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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

Where is Dr. Teresa Kim's office located?
Dr. Teresa Kim's office is located at 20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 102, Castro Valley, CA, 94546.
Does Dr. Teresa Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Teresa Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Teresa Kim accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Teresa Kim?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Teresa Kim affiliated with?
Dr. Teresa Kim is affiliated with Alameda Hospital.

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