DR. LYDIA WOO YOUNG CHOI-KIM MD
NPI 1598860058
Surgery in Detroit, MI

Active since September 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4100 JOHN R ST, DETROIT, MI 48201(800) 527-6266(313) 576-8699 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 30, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Lydia Woo Young Choi-kim Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LYDIA WOO YOUNG CHOI-KIM MD (NPI 1598860058) is an individual surgery provider in Detroit, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301097512) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Karmanos Cancer Center, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598860058
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LYDIA WOO YOUNG CHOI-KIMCredential: MD
Location Address4100 JOHN R STDetroit, MI 48201-2013
Mailing Address1560 E Maple Rd, Suite 400-credentialingTroy, MI 48083-1189 · (248) 581-5974 · Fax (248) 581-5640
Fax(313) 576-8699
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 30, 2016
NPI 1598860058 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in MI · 4301097512 Licensed in NH · RT1117
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.
4100 JOHN R ST, Detroit, MI 48201

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Lydia Woo Young Choi Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN0P30630722MI

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lydia Woo Young Choi-kim Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4385824036
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110211000742
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Karmanos Cancer Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Detroit, MI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number230297
Location4100 John RDetroit, MI 48201 · Wayne County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48201 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$90.76 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.69 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.38 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $18.09 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
4100 JOHN R ST, SUITE HP00RX
DETROIT, MI 48201
General Acute Care Hospital
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Nurse Practitioner
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Speech-Language Pathologist
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Pharmacist
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201
Pharmacist (Oncology)
4100 JOHN R ST
DETROIT, MI 48201

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lydia Choi-kim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lydia Choi-kim is 1598860058. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Lydia Woo Young Choi MD.

Where is Lydia Choi-kim located?

Lydia Choi-kim practices at 4100 John R St, Detroit, MI 48201. The listed phone number is (800) 527-6266.

What is Lydia Choi-kim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Lydia Choi-kim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lydia Choi-kim is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Lydia Choi-kim accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 3 other insurers list Lydia Choi-kim as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Lydia Choi-kim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lydia Choi-kim is affiliated with Karmanos Cancer Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lydia Choi-kim was last updated on March 30, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.