Samuel Kerns, M.D.
NPI 1902075054 · Otolaryngology Physician · Painesville, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Kerns, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Painesville, OH (NPI 1902075054).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902075054
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35-091099 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
1,045 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 | 526 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 174 | $106 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 147 | $121 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 114 | $117 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 73 | $172 |
| Simple Control of Nose Bleed30901 | 11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 458 | 145 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 351 | 112 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 128 | 51 |
| Omeprazole | 93 | 30 |
| Prednisone | 67 | 53 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 58 | 22 |
| Ofloxacin | 57 | 40 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$190 across 2 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
- 2008-02-22
- Last updated
- 2010-02-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Kerns's NPI number?
- Samuel Kerns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902075054, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Kerns's specialty?
- Samuel Kerns is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Kerns located?
- Samuel Kerns's practice location on file with NPPES is 7580 Auburn Road, Painesville, OH 44077.
- What is Samuel Kerns's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Kerns is (440) 352-1474.
- Does Samuel Kerns accept Medicare?
- Samuel Kerns is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Kerns's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Kerns's NPI (1902075054) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-02-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.