Paul Kinde, MD
NPI 1396768594 · Family Medicine Physician · La Joya, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Kinde, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in La Joya, TX (NPI 1396768594).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396768594
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L6984 (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
1,262 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 | 313 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 268 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 235 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 110 | $14 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 97 | $2 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 52 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 178 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 596 | 186 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 367 | 76 |
| Azithromycin | 352 | 192 |
| Metformin Hcl | 309 | 84 |
| Losartan Potassium | 304 | 101 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 293 | 130 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$811 across 44 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2015-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Kinde's NPI number?
- Paul Kinde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396768594, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Kinde's specialty?
- Paul Kinde is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Kinde located?
- Paul Kinde's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Expressway 83, La Joya, TX 78560.
- What is Paul Kinde's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Kinde is (956) 585-1688.
- Does Paul Kinde accept Medicare?
- Paul Kinde is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Kinde's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Kinde's NPI (1396768594) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.