Steve Sang -Hyun Koh, M.D
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Steve Sang -Hyun Koh is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in La Jolla, CA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
Patients across CA can see Steve Sang -Hyun Koh, M.D in person in La Jolla or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (class of 2006), he has been practicing for over 20 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Ucsd 9500 Gilman Dr Mc 0993, La Jolla, CA 92093-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
130
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
62
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
423
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $84k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190008
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Steve Sang -Hyun Koh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steve Sang -Hyun Koh for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to La Jolla 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 Steve Sang -Hyun Koh
Dr. Koh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 246-0763.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Steve Sang -Hyun Koh
Practice Location
Ucsd 9500 Gilman Dr Mc 0993, La Jolla, CA 92093-0001
Mailing Address
Ucsd 9500 Gilman Dr Mc 0993, La Jolla, CA 92093-0001
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