Paul Hyoun Kim, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Paul Hyoun Kim is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Torrance, CA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Paul Hyoun Kim, M.D. runs an independent rheumatologist practice in Torrance, CA. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
23600 Telo Ave 130, Torrance, CA 90505-4035
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202330/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-53.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
340
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
221
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,247
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $230k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$110 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Paul Hyoun Kim's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
26 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
2727 W Olympic Blvd Ste 307, Los Angeles, CA 90006-2699
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194102
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Paul Hyoun Kim
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Hyoun Kim for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Torrance required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul Hyoun Kim
Dr. Kim is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Torrance, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 530-1010.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paul Hyoun Kim
Practice Location
23600 Telo Ave 130, Torrance, CA 90505-4035
Mailing Address
2727 W Olympic Blvd Ste 307, Los Angeles, CA 90006-2699
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