Esther Kim, M.D.
NPI 1942732144 · Dermatology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Esther Kim, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1942732144).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942732144
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
781 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 | 211 | $107 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 110 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 100 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 92 | $148 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 78 | $196 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 289 | 121 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 129 | 90 |
| Fluocinonide | 78 | 43 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 71 | 38 |
| Hydrocortisone | 59 | 42 |
| Mupirocin | 54 | 36 |
| Tacrolimus | 44 | 19 |
| Tretinoin | 40 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,175 across 19 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 (2)
- 6850 Lake Nona BlvdOrlando, FL 32827-7408Phone: (407) 266-1106Fax: (407) 266-1199
- 5841 S Maryland Ave # Mc5067Chicago, IL 60637Phone: (773) 702-1611
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-28
- Last updated
- 2021-09-14
- Certified
- 2021-09-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Esther Kim's NPI number?
- Esther Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942732144, 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 Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Esther Kim located?
- Esther Kim's practice location on file with NPPES is 161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 12, New York, NY 10032-3729.
- What is Esther Kim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Esther Kim is (212) 305-4045.
- 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 (1942732144) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.