Stephen Kim, MD
NPI 1174561989 · Ophthalmology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Kim, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1174561989).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174561989
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 057529 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,528 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 715 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 467 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 286 | $63 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 250 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $123 |
| Unclassified BiologicsJ3590 | 200 | $57 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 284 | 72 |
| Prednisone | 151 | 42 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 127 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 116 | 46 |
| Fluorometholone | 91 | 29 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 76 | 25 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 74 | 24 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3601 TvcNashville, TN 37232-0001Phone: (615) 322-3000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2025-12-26
- Certified
- 2025-12-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Kim's NPI number?
- Stephen Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174561989, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Kim's specialty?
- Stephen Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Kim located?
- Stephen Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-0001.
- What is Stephen Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Kim is (615) 322-3000.
- Does Stephen Kim accept Medicare?
- Stephen Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Kim's NPI (1174561989) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.