Hui Kim, MD
NPI 1639191661 · Nephrology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hui Kim, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1639191661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639191661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 025741 (LA)
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
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
831 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 200 | $336 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 161 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 152 | $81 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 99 | $16 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 71 | $67 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 287 | 78 |
| Allopurinol | 236 | 79 |
| Valsartan | 184 | 55 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 156 | 42 |
| Losartan Potassium | 146 | 57 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 138 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 131 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$654 across 26 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
- 2006-07-25
- Last updated
- 2009-09-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hui Kim's NPI number?
- Hui Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639191661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hui Kim's specialty?
- Hui Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hui Kim located?
- Hui Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 4409 Utica St, Metairie, LA 70006-6530.
- What is Hui Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hui Kim is (504) 457-3687.
- Does Hui Kim accept Medicare?
- Hui Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hui Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Hui Kim's NPI (1639191661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.