Brian Kim, M.D.
NPI 1558612978 · Urology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Kim, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1558612978).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558612978
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A122621 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 565 | 240 |
| Finasteride | 409 | 147 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 151 | 107 |
| Terazosin Hcl | 125 | 43 |
| Cephalexin | 113 | 70 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 86 | 44 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 79 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$38 across 2 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
- 2012-09-25
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
- Certified
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Kim's NPI number?
- Brian Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558612978, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Kim's specialty?
- Brian Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Kim located?
- Brian Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 4900 W Sunset Blvd Fl 2, Los Angeles, CA 90027-5814.
- What is Brian Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Kim is (800) 954-8000.
- Does Brian Kim accept Medicare?
- Brian Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Kim's NPI (1558612978) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.