Thomas Kay, M.D.
NPI 1104824796 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chesterton, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Kay, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Chesterton, IN (NPI 1104824796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1104824796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01042680A (IN)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,565 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 | 766 | $118 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 563 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 436 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 212 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 115 | $31 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 513 | 176 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 222 | 137 |
| Cephalexin | 105 | 47 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 43 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 28 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 24 | 15 |
| Mupirocin | 23 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$96 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 3691 Willowcreek RdPortage, IN 46368-5080Phone: (219) 921-1444
- 2501 Cumberland DrValparaiso, IN 46383-2503Phone: (219) 921-1444
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-08
- Last updated
- 2024-12-18
- Certified
- 2024-12-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Kay's NPI number?
- Thomas Kay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104824796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Kay's specialty?
- Thomas Kay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Kay located?
- Thomas Kay's practice location on file with NPPES is 601 Gateway Blvd N, Chesterton, IN 46304-9658.
- What is Thomas Kay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Kay is (219) 921-1444.
- Does Thomas Kay accept Medicare?
- Thomas Kay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Kay's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Kay's NPI (1104824796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.