Dr. Esther Kim, DO
General Surgery
6+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
9 locations
Reading Hospital
420 S 5th Avenue, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
(610) 988-8000
Tower Health Medical Group
420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
Reading Hospital
420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
(484) 628-8103
Tower Health Medical Group
420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
(484) 628-3637
Tower Health Medical Group
420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
(610) 988-4884
Tower Health Medical Group
420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611
(484) 628-8589
About Dr. Esther Kim
Esther Kim, DO is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
6
Years Experience
9
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Campbell Univ School Of Osteopathic Medicine
Class of 2020
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | OT020298 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Esther Kim
In their first decade of practice, Dr. Esther Kim represents the newer generation of general surgery providers, DO, after earning their medical degree at Campbell Univ School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2020. Dr. currently practices across 9 facilities, including Reading Hospital in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528685617, 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.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Esther Kim received $1K 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
$1K
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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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 19611
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Esther Kim
What does Dr. Esther Kim specialize in?
Dr. Esther Kim specializes in General Surgery.
Where does Dr. Esther Kim practice?
Dr. Esther Kim practices at Reading Hospital in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr. is also affiliated with 8 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Esther Kim accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Esther Kim accepts Medicare assignment. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Esther Kim's NPI number?
Dr. Esther Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528685617. 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. Esther Kim been practicing?
Dr. Esther Kim has approximately 6 years of practice experience, having graduated from Campbell Univ School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2020.