Richard Kim, M.D.
NPI 1356434765 · Urology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Kim, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1356434765).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356434765
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L6983 (TX)
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
19 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
1,285 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 375 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 253 | $134 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 158 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 151 | $95 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 60 | $52 |
| 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 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 587 | 213 |
| Finasteride | 485 | 164 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 205 | 74 |
| Estradiol | 168 | 83 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 127 | 39 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 115 | 100 |
| Bicalutamide | 107 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$217 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
- 2006-09-30
- Last updated
- 2026-04-10
- Certified
- 2026-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Kim's NPI number?
- Richard Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356434765, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Kim's specialty?
- Richard Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Kim located?
- Richard Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1740 W 27th St, Houston, TX 77008-1440.
- What is Richard Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Kim is (713) 864-0533.
- Does Richard Kim accept Medicare?
- Richard Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Kim's NPI (1356434765) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.