Sharon Kim, MD
NPI 1609212885 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sharon Kim, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1609212885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609212885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R0046 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
915 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 290 | $2 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 136 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $97 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 69 | $69 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 185 | 93 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 84 | 66 |
| Hydrocortisone | 41 | 35 |
| Fluocinonide | 35 | 27 |
| Fluorouracil | 31 | 27 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 28 | 17 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 26 | 16 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$627 across 33 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 27700 Northwest Fwy Ste 490Cypress, TX 77433-8104Phone: (281) 895-3376
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-15
- Last updated
- 2024-06-05
- Certified
- 2024-06-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sharon Kim's NPI number?
- Sharon Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609212885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sharon Kim's specialty?
- Sharon Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sharon Kim located?
- Sharon Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Sharon Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sharon Kim is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Sharon Kim accept Medicare?
- Sharon Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sharon Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Sharon Kim's NPI (1609212885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.