Kenneth Kokko, M.D.
NPI 1174533178 · Nephrology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Kokko, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1174533178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174533178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 55580 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,935 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 503 | $113 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 428 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 427 | $7 |
| Phosphate Level84100 | 399 | $5 |
| Urine Microalbumin (protein) Level82043 | 396 | $6 |
| Magnesium Level83735 | 391 | $6 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 293 | 73 |
| Carvedilol | 194 | 58 |
| Famotidine | 126 | 52 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 105 | 31 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 102 | 31 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 83 | 27 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 73 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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 (1)
- 251 N Lyerly St Ste 100Chattanooga, TN 37404-2743Phone: (423) 702-7904Fax: (423) 826-8010
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-09
- Last updated
- 2025-04-16
- Certified
- 2025-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Kokko's NPI number?
- Kenneth Kokko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174533178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Kokko's specialty?
- Kenneth Kokko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Kokko located?
- Kenneth Kokko's practice location on file with NPPES is 979 E 3rd St # B1010, Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136.
- What is Kenneth Kokko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Kokko is (423) 778-8067.
- Does Kenneth Kokko accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Kokko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Kokko's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Kokko's NPI (1174533178) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.