Kip Lyche, MD
NPI 1811927981 · Gastroenterology Physician · Ventura, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kip Lyche, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Ventura, CA (NPI 1811927981).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811927981
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G062357 (CA)
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
3,987 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 523 | $96 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 472 | $42 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 427 | $5 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 359 | $53 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 346 | $49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 212 | 66 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 88 | 12 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 72 | 24 |
| Ursodiol | 63 | 15 |
| Lactulose | 51 | 21 |
| Propranolol Hcl | 49 | 13 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 48 | 14 |
| Azathioprine | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$474 across 15 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
- 2006-07-04
- Last updated
- 2023-07-14
- Certified
- 2023-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kip Lyche's NPI number?
- Kip Lyche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811927981, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kip Lyche's specialty?
- Kip Lyche is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kip Lyche located?
- Kip Lyche's practice location on file with NPPES is 168 N Brent St, Ventura, CA 93003.
- What is Kip Lyche's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kip Lyche is (805) 641-6525.
- Does Kip Lyche accept Medicare?
- Kip Lyche is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kip Lyche's NPI active?
- Yes — Kip Lyche's NPI (1811927981) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.