Kimberly Chou, M.D.
NPI 1255789962 · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Geriatric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kimberly Chou, M.D. is a Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1255789962).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255789962
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S5142 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
10 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
1,788 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 706 | $59 |
| Management of Oxygen Chamber Therapy99183 | 331 | $101 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, Each Additional 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11045 | 211 | $24 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 104 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 70 | $64 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 75 | 36 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 45 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 43 | 18 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 16 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 27 | 17 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 27 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$258 across 9 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
- 2016-06-03
- Last updated
- 2024-07-25
- Certified
- 2024-07-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kimberly Chou's NPI number?
- Kimberly Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255789962, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kimberly Chou's specialty?
- Kimberly Chou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kimberly Chou located?
- Kimberly Chou's practice location on file with NPPES is 4316 James Casey St Ste B-100, Austin, TX 78745-1142.
- What is Kimberly Chou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kimberly Chou is (512) 444-4325.
- Does Kimberly Chou accept Medicare?
- Kimberly Chou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kimberly Chou's NPI active?
- Yes — Kimberly Chou's NPI (1255789962) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.