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Dr. James Kim, MD

Dr. James Kim, MD

Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Kim, MD is a pain medicine physician in Sacramento, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Tahoe Forest Hospital and Mercy San Juan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2288 Auburn Blvd Ste 200 Sacramento, CA 95821
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(916) 564-3377

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kim specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

2.9

12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
42%
42%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
50%
50%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ernest Surita – Jun 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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John – Mar 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patient in pain in Sacramento, CA – Jun 19, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Virgil Dughi in West Sacramento, CA – Jun 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sacramento, CA – Mar 03, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
28 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sacramento, CA – Apr 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Kim, MD is a pain medicine physician in Sacramento, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Tahoe...read more

  • Pain Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2288 Auburn Blvd Ste 200 Sacramento, CA 95821
1

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tahoe Forest Hospital

    10121 Pine Ave
    Truckee, CA 96161
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Enloe Medical Center

    1531 Esplanade
    Chico, CA 95926
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Orchard Hospital

    240 Spruce St
    Gridley, CA 95948

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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