Kenneth Kim, MD
NPI 1154325777 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Kim, MD is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Walnut Creek, CA (NPI 1154325777).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154325777
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A81692 (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
21 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
1,809 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 | 721 | $152 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 381 | $108 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0483 | 327 | $239 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 150 | $107 |
| Acupuncture, Each Additional 15 Minutes97811 | 74 | $33 |
| Acupuncture, Initial 15 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 372 | 40 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 332 | 55 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 248 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 149 | 37 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 121 | 16 |
| Carisoprodol | 86 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$118 across 5 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
- 2005-06-10
- Last updated
- 2009-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Kim's NPI number?
- Kenneth Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154325777, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Kim's specialty?
- Kenneth Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Kim located?
- Kenneth Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 450 N Wiget Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2408.
- What is Kenneth Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Kim is (925) 691-9806.
- Does Kenneth Kim accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Kim's NPI (1154325777) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.