John Kihlken, MD
NPI 1962799940 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Indianapolis, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Kihlken, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Indianapolis, IN (NPI 1962799940).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962799940
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01074062A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
935 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 | 157 | $118 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 131 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $155 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 65 | $93 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 64 | $119 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 216 | 71 |
| Pregabalin | 109 | 30 |
| Baclofen | 69 | 33 |
| Diazepam | 40 | 34 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 26 | 13 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 25 | — |
| Meloxicam | 24 | 11 |
| Tizanidine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$450 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
- 2011-06-29
- Last updated
- 2023-10-09
- Certified
- 2023-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Kihlken's NPI number?
- John Kihlken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962799940, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Kihlken's specialty?
- John Kihlken is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Kihlken located?
- John Kihlken's practice location on file with NPPES is 8051 S Emerson Ave Ste 300, Indianapolis, IN 46237-8630.
- What is John Kihlken's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Kihlken is (317) 851-2663.
- Does John Kihlken accept Medicare?
- John Kihlken is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Kihlken's NPI active?
- Yes — John Kihlken's NPI (1962799940) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.