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Philip Kim, OD, FAAO

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

Professional interests include: eye problems, diplopia (double vision), vision problems, and more.

200 W Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103

1-800-926-8273

Philip Kim, OD, FAAO is an optometrist in San Diego, CA specializing in optometry (primary eye care). Philip Kim, OD, FAAO is affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.

Office Locations

200 W Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103

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9415 Campus Point Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

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Some issues Philip Kim, OD, FAAO can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA during 2018 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	11

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	12

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2018 were hypertension and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA during 2019 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	144

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	56
Black	21
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA during 2020 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	62
eye procedures	302

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	116

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	123
Black	35
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	87
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	21
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA during 2021 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	138
eye procedures	511

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	167

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	68
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	122
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	29
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA during 2022 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	561
eye procedures	15

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	176
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	351
Black	19
Hispanic	35
Asian	38
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	65
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	679

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	202
Female	327

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	380
Black	0
Hispanic	41
Asian	60
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	201
85 and over	77
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	22
Dementia	5
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated as an optometrist in San Diego, CA were eye procedures.

doctor visit	360
eye procedures	196

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	162

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	25
Asian / Pacific Islander	18
Non-Hispanic White	185
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	12
Other	8

**Age**
75 to 84	90
85 and over	32
Less than 65	21
65 to 74	115

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO From 2018 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Philip Kim, OD, FAAO treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Cancer	12
Dementia	4

Education & Training

He has a state license in California.

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Philip Kim, OD, FAAO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC San Diego Health

Regents of the University of California

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Philip Kim, OD, FAAO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.	$265 Acuvue $265
Amgen Inc.	$173 TEPEZZA $173
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.	$144 ULTRA MULTIFOCAL TORIC $144
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$125 EYLEA (aflibercept) Injection $125
Allergan, Inc.	$124 VUITY $124
Other	$66 CEQUA $22	BOTOX $13	$31

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$896

Biography

Dr. Philip Kim specializes in optometry (primary eye care). His clinical interests encompass eye movement disorders and diplopia (double vision). Dr. Kim is affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.