Steve Kang, MD
NPI 1538393889 · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Orange, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steve Kang, MD is a Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician provider in Orange, CA (NPI 1538393889).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538393889
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A106744 (CA)
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
17 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
3,745 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 918 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 713 | $97 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 454 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 367 | $136 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 280 | $29 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 265 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 87 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 79 | 58 |
| Gabapentin | 38 | 14 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 35 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 35 | 26 |
| Meloxicam | 32 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$296 across 7 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
- 2009-05-14
- Last updated
- 2025-03-04
- Certified
- 2025-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steve Kang's NPI number?
- Steve Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538393889, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steve Kang's specialty?
- Steve Kang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steve Kang located?
- Steve Kang's practice location on file with NPPES is 363 S Main St Ste 220, Orange, CA 92868-3816.
- What is Steve Kang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steve Kang is (714) 937-2158.
- Does Steve Kang accept Medicare?
- Steve Kang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steve Kang's NPI active?
- Yes — Steve Kang's NPI (1538393889) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.