Shiang-Cheng Kung, MD
NPI 1427017185 · Nephrology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shiang-Cheng Kung, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1427017185).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427017185
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C143042 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
925 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 400 | $161 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 209 | $19 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 142 | $88 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 39 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 37 | $202 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 351 | 117 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 113 | 39 |
| Tacrolimus | 72 | 28 |
| Valganciclovir Hcl | 72 | 36 |
| Omeprazole | 67 | 36 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | 52 | 22 |
| Fluconazole | 43 | 35 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-21
- Last updated
- 2025-09-04
- Certified
- 2025-09-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shiang-Cheng Kung's NPI number?
- Shiang-Cheng Kung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427017185, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shiang-Cheng Kung's specialty?
- Shiang-Cheng Kung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shiang-Cheng Kung located?
- Shiang-Cheng Kung's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109-6978.
- What is Shiang-Cheng Kung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shiang-Cheng Kung is (415) 600-1070.
- Does Shiang-Cheng Kung accept Medicare?
- Shiang-Cheng Kung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shiang-Cheng Kung's NPI active?
- Yes — Shiang-Cheng Kung's NPI (1427017185) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.