Charlie Kano, MD
NPI 1003927567 · Family Medicine Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charlie Kano, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1003927567).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003927567
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G74907 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,359 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 574 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 286 | $95 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 275 | $17 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 268 | $66 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 225 | $21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 255 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,575 | 429 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,144 | 157 |
| Gabapentin | 966 | 208 |
| Lisinopril | 844 | 238 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 750 | 232 |
| Metformin Hcl | 666 | 198 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,000 across 53 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2020-12-10
- Certified
- 2020-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charlie Kano's NPI number?
- Charlie Kano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003927567, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charlie Kano's specialty?
- Charlie Kano is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charlie Kano located?
- Charlie Kano's practice location on file with NPPES is 127 W El Portal Dr, Merced, CA 95348-2853.
- What is Charlie Kano's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charlie Kano is (209) 723-3704.
- Does Charlie Kano accept Medicare?
- Charlie Kano is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charlie Kano's NPI active?
- Yes — Charlie Kano's NPI (1003927567) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.