Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cindy Kin, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)) · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1972790178
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.5 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 943042203
(650) 723-4000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 27, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #0 · California #A102131
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972790178. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
178
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$21,875
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 42 | 42 | $153 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 33 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 32 | 26 | $76 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 19 | 19 | $200 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 17 | 12 | $91 | |
45330 |
Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 11 | $67 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 13 | 13 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in Palo Alto Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 38. This provider delivers 4.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$45
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $45.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
54
Patients
52
Total drug cost
$428
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metronidazole | Generic | 19 | 19 | $40 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 18 | 16 | $278 |
| Neomycin Sulfate | Generic | 17 | 17 | $109 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cindy Kin's medical specialty?
Dr. Cindy Kin practices Surgery Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Cindy Kin practice?
Dr. Cindy Kin practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 943042203. Office phone: 6507234000.
What is Dr. Cindy Kin's NPI?
Dr. Cindy Kin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972790178, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cindy Kin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cindy Kin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cindy Kin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.