Kenneth Kernen, MD
NPI 1992760979 · Urology Physician · Troy, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Kernen, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Troy, MI (NPI 1992760979).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992760979
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301062269 (MI)
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
11,876 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 1,851 | $2 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,803 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,740 | $131 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 966 | $18 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 627 | $49 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Free84154 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 1,893 | 592 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,012 | 349 |
| Dutasteride | 411 | 135 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 411 | 130 |
| Tolterodine Tartrate | 324 | 137 |
| Cephalexin | 151 | 116 |
| Tadalafil | 135 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$70,700 across 124 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
- 2006-04-20
- Last updated
- 2008-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Kernen's NPI number?
- Kenneth Kernen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992760979, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Kernen's specialty?
- Kenneth Kernen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Kernen located?
- Kenneth Kernen's practice location on file with NPPES is 130 Town Center Dr, Troy, MI 48084-1744.
- What is Kenneth Kernen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Kernen is (248) 740-0670.
- Does Kenneth Kernen accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Kernen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Kernen's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Kernen's NPI (1992760979) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.