Darlene Kim, M.D.
NPI 1518161892 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Denver, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darlene Kim, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Denver, CO (NPI 1518161892).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518161892
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD431569 (PA)
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
759 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 207 | $146 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 149 | $70 |
| Insertion of Tube in Right Heart Chambers for Measurement93451 | 123 | $129 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 76 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 48 | $81 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Review By Physician |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 118 | 40 |
| Furosemide | 96 | 37 |
| Tadalafil | 96 | 16 |
| Macitentanbrand: Opsumit | 92 | — |
| Potassium Chloride | 85 | 26 |
| Losartan Potassium | 72 | 28 |
| Spironolactone | 68 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$314 across 4 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
- 2007-06-12
- Last updated
- 2020-11-12
- Certified
- 2020-11-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darlene Kim's NPI number?
- Darlene Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518161892, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darlene Kim's specialty?
- Darlene Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darlene Kim located?
- Darlene Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 Jackson St, Denver, CO 80206-2761.
- What is Darlene Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darlene Kim is (303) 388-4461.
- Does Darlene Kim accept Medicare?
- Darlene Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darlene Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Darlene Kim's NPI (1518161892) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.