Kevin Harned, MD
NPI 1457444853 · Nephrology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kevin Harned, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1457444853).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457444853
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 38792 (KY)
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
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
734 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 205 | $324 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 184 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $84 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 41 | $270 |
| 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'S |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 262 | 64 |
| Spironolactone | 153 | 32 |
| Torsemide | 119 | 35 |
| Valsartan | 115 | 39 |
| Allopurinol | 114 | 35 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 109 | 29 |
| Carvedilol | 95 | 30 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$150 across 8 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
- 2018-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kevin Harned's NPI number?
- Kevin Harned's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457444853, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kevin Harned's specialty?
- Kevin Harned is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kevin Harned located?
- Kevin Harned's practice location on file with NPPES is 1899 Tate Blvd Se # 2101, Hickory, NC 28602-4200.
- What is Kevin Harned's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kevin Harned is (828) 327-7788.
- Does Kevin Harned accept Medicare?
- Kevin Harned is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kevin Harned's NPI active?
- Yes — Kevin Harned's NPI (1457444853) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.