Esther Kim, MD
NPI 1649539404 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Santa Ana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Esther Kim, MD is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Santa Ana, CA (NPI 1649539404).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649539404
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 266190 (MA)
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
14 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
14,361 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 4,148 | $44 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 3,455 | $27 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 3,042 | $139 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 2,472 | $125 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 288 | $54 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 211 | $236 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 182 | 104 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 118 | 63 |
| Latanoprost | 102 | 36 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 92 | 42 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 67 | 33 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 56 | 39 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 46 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$138,963 across 190 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)
- 243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114-3002Phone: (617) 523-7900
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-14
- Last updated
- 2018-10-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Esther Kim's NPI number?
- Esther Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649539404, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Esther Kim's specialty?
- Esther Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Esther Kim located?
- Esther Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 N Tustin Ave Ste 140, Santa Ana, CA 92705-3592.
- What is Esther Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Esther Kim is (714) 972-8432.
- Does Esther Kim accept Medicare?
- Esther Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Esther Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Esther Kim's NPI (1649539404) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.