Hyong Kim, M.D.
NPI 1598780066 · Internal Medicine Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hyong Kim, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1598780066).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598780066
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A65876 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
185 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 50 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 36 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 32 | $145 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 24 | $176 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 22 | $118 |
| Insertion of Tube in Right Heart Chambers for Measurement93451 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Macitentanbrand: Opsumit | 260 | 28 |
| Riociguatbrand: Adempas | 138 | 14 |
| Selexipagbrand: Uptravi | 114 | 12 |
| Tadalafil | 47 | — |
| Sildenafil Citrate | 43 | — |
| Spironolactone | 28 | — |
| Furosemide | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$163,583 across 147 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
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hyong Kim's NPI number?
- Hyong Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598780066, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hyong Kim's specialty?
- Hyong Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hyong Kim located?
- Hyong Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037-1300.
- What is Hyong Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hyong Kim is (858) 657-7150.
- Does Hyong Kim accept Medicare?
- Hyong Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hyong Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Hyong Kim's NPI (1598780066) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.