Jeffrey Kim, M.D.
NPI 1457679631 · Neurology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Kim, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1457679631).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457679631
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A129538 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
1,242 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 544 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 312 | $193 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 88 | $233 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 86 | $179 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 48 | $59 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 201 | 70 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 194 | 76 |
| Gabapentin | 144 | 54 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 139 | 45 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 123 | 34 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 120 | 43 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 103 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,964 across 98 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
- 2010-05-12
- Last updated
- 2015-03-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Kim's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457679631, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Kim's specialty?
- Jeffrey Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Kim located?
- Jeffrey Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 West Carson St, Torrance, CA 90509.
- What is Jeffrey Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Kim is (310) 222-2492.
- Does Jeffrey Kim accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Kim's NPI (1457679631) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.