Joanne Kim, M.D.
NPI 1922048644 · Neurology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joanne Kim, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1922048644).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922048644
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J4264 (TX)
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
20 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
1,296 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 600 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 179 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 163 | $182 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 103 | $223 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 81 | $169 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 498 | 151 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 320 | 101 |
| Gabapentin | 298 | 82 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 189 | 56 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 128 | 42 |
| Rivastigmine Tartratebrand: Rivastigmine | 118 | 26 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,288 across 48 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
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2024-07-01
- Certified
- 2024-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joanne Kim's NPI number?
- Joanne Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922048644, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joanne Kim's specialty?
- Joanne Kim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joanne Kim located?
- Joanne Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 902 Frostwood Dr Ste 143, Houston, TX 77024-2433.
- What is Joanne Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joanne Kim is (713) 461-8491.
- Does Joanne Kim accept Medicare?
- Joanne Kim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joanne Kim's NPI active?
- Yes — Joanne Kim's NPI (1922048644) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.