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Dr. Scott Kim, MD

Dr. Scott Kim, MD

Pain Medicine Anesthesiology*

Dr. Scott Kim, MD is a pain medicine anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN. He is affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

533 E County Line Rd Ste 201B Indianapolis, IN 46227
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kim is affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kim specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

3.7
39 ratings, 35 with a written review
5 star
62%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
3%
3%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
26%
26%

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Desperate Fibromyalgia
I’ve lived with debilitating fibromyalgia for 20plus yearsI’ve been to an endless amount of doctors. I’ve had endless amounts of different kinds of treatments and NOTHING ever workedso somehow I found Dr. Kim and on my first visit with him. I told him that what I wanted him to do was to disconnect my head from my spinal cord so I would quit feeling painHe said that he could not do that but that he had something else that would work for me that didn’t involve narcotics and I’m in recovery so that’s importantSo a spinal cord stimulator by Boston scientific, it was placed in backI woke up from surgery vibrating, and have not had fibromyalgia pain sinceIt’s the ONLY thing that EVER workedLife Saving!!!!!!The whole team at his office, including Boston Scientific have been wonderful to work with
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Angela V – Dec 26, 2024
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Doesn’t care
The whole company should not even be in business. They do not return phone calls. They do not explain things to you and Dr. Kim is rude and treats you like you’re a drug addict when you’re not and after one injection, he says there’s nothing he can do for me And I know there’s other options. He dismisses anything I say is wrong with me and I guarantee did not read everything that was wrong with me from the two referring doctors that sent me to him. He talks very fast so he can get out of the room and go to the next patient. He does not spend time to know the patient or understand what is wrong with them or how they are feeling.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2024
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Do NOT go to this Dr. He is extremely rude.
I wish I could give dr zero stars, but that is not an option. He did absolutely nothing for me other than make me cry. This Dr treated me with disrespect. Seeing this Dr was the absolute worst experience of my life with in any medical setting. He treated me like some pill seeking addict or something. Acted like I was just making up symptoms or something? He so condescending and had an extremely bad attitude. I left my visit literally in tears and never went back & I never will. He was extremely rude, condescending, and totally dismissive of my rare severe pain condition even though I am on disability for it and have had to seek medical treatment for it for many years now & I struggle to my core to get through each day. His bedside manner is terrible. He is not a good Dr for how he treats his patients. I wouldn’t go back to him if he was the last Dr on earth. Not even if you paid me. Do not go to this doctor!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jun 01, 2024
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The care, compassion and knowledge that Dr Kim gives is far better than any physician in the field has
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe P – May 28, 2024
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Exceptional physician
Correct my back and leg problems with MILD surgery. Provided follow up care to make sure I was able to get off pain medication completely. I especially like his interpersonal communication style. Highly recommend Dr. Kim!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Col Johnson – Apr 10, 2024
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Horrible doctor
He is rude and condescending! Called prior to melanoma surgery asking about pain medication the surgeon wanted to use- no response.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 26, 2023
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Dr. Kim is AWESOME
The staff is great. They get their buisness done quick which is great cuz I have a fear of all dr offices. Not so much here! Thank dr kim!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Marisa – Aug 30, 2023
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Have hope now
I am grateful that Dr. Scott Kim chose to help me I feel that other healthcare providers have chosen just to not care that worry about your patience quality of life with Dr. Scott seem to help seem to not be that kind of a doctor. I truly have hope.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mark – Apr 05, 2023
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Not at all what I refer anyone to him
He was very quick to get out of the room and didn’t ask me too many questions, and all he was interested in was giving me a drug test even though I could barely walk and in a lot of pain I don’t understand if he was in pain he would know exactly what I was going through but he doesn’t have any sympathy. I don’t ever want to go back there. I just sit and suffer because I don’t want to see another doctor like him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Lisa Kayler – Mar 27, 2023
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Dr Kim has changed the Greenwood location for the better. He is both caring and professional.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2023
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If there were 10 stars this dr would get 10!
Dr Kim took me on over 4 years ago. I have a broken back and 3 neurosurgeons demanded surgery but as a 30 yr recovery room RN I said NO WAY, once you operate on a patients back it’s a domino effect with more and more levels needing rods and screws! Recently Falling I’ve now broken my neck too. Dr Kim respects my surgical refusal and actually agrees with me about outcome! His main worry is my spinal cord severing and has been very caring and empathetic. He does great injections giving me relief along with RXS. He tried many because strong opiates make me itch and found a time released OxyContin and HYDROCODONE recipe that allows me to care for myself.I also had lidocaine infusions! Susan is always AWSOME & a great listener and cares a great deal about patients! I can’t praise the office girls, like Shelby , who are always organized and know everyone like family! Ive NEVER FELT questioned or JUDGED ABOUT RXS IN 4 years like other places! Could not be a better empathetic pain group!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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MOST CARING PAIN GROUP EVER – Mar 25, 2023
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NEVER REFER HIM
My family member has waited 3 years to get a procedure done. Finally got performed but was not done correctly. Now needs removed. Have waited at least 4 months of being in excruciating pain and still haven’t got it removed. WHERE IS THE CARE FOR YOUR PATIENTS???????
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2023
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No
I have been waiting for his office to schedule me for over 2 months. Finally asked to be referred by my spine specialist to someone else .
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Jan Spencer – Sep 13, 2022
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Dr. Kim is great, staff not so much
I love Dr. Kim. He listens and really tries to help. He spends time to get to know the patient and takes the time to figure out what needs to be done. His office staff is different. They won't call you back. They seem constantly busy. He needs more workers in the office.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Feb 01, 2022
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Dr. Kim seemed like a great Doc on first visit, but on follow visit, he was short and didn't seem to want to hear anything from me. Maybe, he was having a bad day. I really am in major pain, too bad for me.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Kev – Dec 25, 2021
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Simply the best. Professional, caring and his staff always are ready to help with a warm smile. They really care about their patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Templeton – Dec 17, 2021
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Does not listen to the patient, very difficult to communicate with.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Dec 17, 2021
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Dr Kim is great at listening and finding just the right solution for you. Not all treatments work for everyone, but he will take the time and figure out what works for you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dec 16, 2021
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Only been seeing Dr. Kim for a short time, but I’m very impressed with the professionalism of the whole staff. Dr. Kim has spent the appropriate amount of time with me, seems to really want to help my pain issues. I would certainly recommend him to anyone with chronic pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anthony Frazier – Oct 23, 2021
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Dr. Kim goes above and beyond to make sure his patient's get the care they need.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Scott Kim, MD specializes in comprehensive diagnostics and multidisciplinary interventional medical treatment modalities for a wide range of chronic and acute pain conditions and disorders. His medical treatment plans often include infusion...read more

biography

Dr. Scott Kim, MD is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist. He has notable expertise in a wide range of interventional medical procedures for treating acute and chronic pain conditions. Dr. Kim is an experienced and...read more
  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Acute Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

  • Interventional Spine Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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.

  • University Of Maryland Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center (upmc)

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • New York Medical College

    2005
  • State University Of New York

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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  • Korean

Locations

Practice

Office533 E County Line Rd Ste 201B Indianapolis, IN 46227
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Center for Special Surgery LLC8805 N Meridian St Indianapolis, IN 46260
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Indianapolis

    8111 S Emerson Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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