Summary

Dr. Yong Kim is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients and families for 37 years. He earned his medical degree from Universidade Federal De Sao Paulo (Unifesp) Faculdade De Medicina and completed his residency training at St Barnabas Hospital. Dr. Kim is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities in their preferred language.

Dr. Kim practices at Premier Family Medicine and Elmhurst Hospital Center in Elmhurst, New York, and maintains an affiliation with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills. He focuses on managing common health conditions including high blood pressure, high cholesterol in both children and teenagers, and elevated lipid levels. His practice offers essential preventive services such as flu vaccinations, pneumonia vaccines, and routine blood testing. Patients have given Dr. Kim an average rating of 2.9 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 37 years of experience
  • 75 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • St Barnabas Hospital
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Yong Rak Kim has 2 locations

Premier Family Medicine

8635 Queens Blvd Ste 1EElmhurst, NY 11373
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Elmhurst Hospital Center

7901 BroadwayElmhurst, NY 11373

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2.9 
37 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish Speaks English, Russian, Uzbek, Turkish, Ukrainian
Elmhurst , NYAtlanta , GABROOKLYN , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Universidade Federal De Sao Paulo (Unifesp) Faculdade De Medicina Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yong Rak Kim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare
  • Superior Vision
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yong Rak Kim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yong Rak Kim has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Yong Rak Kim holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Barnabas Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidade Federal De Sao Paulo (Unifesp) Faculdade De Medicina in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1629067483.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Yong Kim's office located?
Dr. Yong Kim's office is located at 8635 Queens Blvd Ste 1E, Elmhurst, NY, 11373.
Is Dr. Yong Kim accepting new patients?
Dr. Yong Kim is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Yong Kim's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Yong Kim speak?
Dr. Yong Kim speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Yong Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Yong Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Yong Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Yong Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.

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