Kazim Hussain, MD
NPI 1609842509 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kazim Hussain, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1609842509).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609842509
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K8221 (TX)
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
20 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
427 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 85 | $54 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 67 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 64 | $121 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 50 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 38 | $87 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 143 | 55 |
| Lisinopril | 136 | 58 |
| Metformin Hcl | 116 | 49 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 101 | 23 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 82 | 32 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 75 | 23 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$48 across 3 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2024-06-20
- Certified
- 2024-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kazim Hussain's NPI number?
- Kazim Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609842509, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kazim Hussain's specialty?
- Kazim Hussain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kazim Hussain located?
- Kazim Hussain's practice location on file with NPPES is 2686 W Alton Gloor Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520-4054.
- What is Kazim Hussain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kazim Hussain is (956) 350-5444.
- Does Kazim Hussain accept Medicare?
- Kazim Hussain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kazim Hussain's NPI active?
- Yes — Kazim Hussain's NPI (1609842509) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.