Hong Kim, M.D.
NPI 1396727764 · Nephrology Physician · Garden Grove, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hong Kim, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Garden Grove, CA (NPI 1396727764).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396727764
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A45579 (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
20 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
4,578 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,549 | $97 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 925 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 466 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 375 | $138 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 372 | $86 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 157 | $303 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 248 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 2,565 | 528 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 2,266 | 536 |
| Losartan Potassium | 1,820 | 369 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,494 | 306 |
| Icosapent Ethylbrand: Vascepa | 1,004 | 137 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 835 | 191 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylase |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,303 across 113 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
- 2005-11-18
- Last updated
- 2013-11-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hong Kim's NPI number?
- Hong Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396727764, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hong Kim's specialty?
- Hong Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hong Kim located?
- Hong Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 12665 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92843-1901.
- What is Hong Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hong Kim is (714) 530-3740.
- Does Hong Kim accept Medicare?
- Hong Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hong Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Hong Kim's NPI (1396727764) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.