Kai Chin, DO
NPI 1427469402 · Nephrology Physician · Reno, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kai Chin, DO is a Nephrology Physician provider in Reno, NV (NPI 1427469402).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427469402
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- BP10058973 (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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,146 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 198 | $76 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 188 | $341 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 183 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 176 | $123 |
| 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 | 145 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 38 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 28 | 15 |
| Lisinopril | 23 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 22 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 21 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 17 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$751 across 32 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2340 S Carson St Ste aCarson City, NV 89701-4540Phone: (775) 322-4550Fax: (755) 322-4956
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-13
- Last updated
- 2024-04-17
- Certified
- 2024-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kai Chin's NPI number?
- Kai Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427469402, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kai Chin's specialty?
- Kai Chin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kai Chin located?
- Kai Chin's practice location on file with NPPES is 5437 Kietzke Ln, Reno, NV 89511-1088.
- What is Kai Chin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kai Chin is (775) 322-4550.
- Does Kai Chin accept Medicare?
- Kai Chin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kai Chin's NPI active?
- Yes — Kai Chin's NPI (1427469402) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.