Dr. James Kim, M.D.
Pain Management
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. James Kim
James Kim, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Sacramento, CA.
Specialty Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
24
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Pain ManagementCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Saint Louis University School Of Medicine
Class of 2002
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A095965 | Anesthesiology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. James Kim
With 20 years of practice, Dr. James Kim is an established pain management provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 2002. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Metropolitan Pain Management Consultants, Inc in Sacramento, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316041726, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. James Kim as a lower-volume pain management provider, treating approximately 193 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 2K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. James Kim received $842 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$842
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Pain Management Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 95821
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. James Kim
What does Dr. James Kim specialize in?
Dr. James Kim specializes in Pain Management.
Where does Dr. James Kim practice?
Dr. James Kim practices at Metropolitan Pain Management Consultants, Inc in Sacramento, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. James Kim accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. James Kim accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 193 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. James Kim's NPI number?
Dr. James Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316041726. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. James Kim been practicing?
Dr. James Kim has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 2002.