Stephen Kiss, MD
NPI 1770589988 · Nephrology Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Kiss, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1770589988).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770589988
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD021237 (TN)
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
21 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
680 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 | 147 | $311 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 137 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 95 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 79 | $104 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 65 | $258 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 126 | 36 |
| Furosemide | 99 | 28 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 86 | 21 |
| Clonidine Hcl | 77 | 21 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 72 | 19 |
| Ferric Citratebrand: Auryxia | 69 | 15 |
| Lisinopril | 68 | 22 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$109 across 7 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
- 2005-06-22
- Last updated
- 2012-05-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Kiss's NPI number?
- Stephen Kiss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770589988, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Kiss's specialty?
- Stephen Kiss is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Kiss located?
- Stephen Kiss's practice location on file with NPPES is 2001 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916-1865.
- What is Stephen Kiss's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Kiss is (865) 524-3131.
- Does Stephen Kiss accept Medicare?
- Stephen Kiss is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Kiss's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Kiss's NPI (1770589988) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.