Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chong Kim, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1528034485
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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23560 Madison St Ste 204
Torrance, CA 905054710
(424) 328-0203 - Mailing address
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Po Box 66596
Seattle, WA 981660596
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 22, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A54806
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528034485. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,856
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$636,897
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 2,233 | 454 | $125 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 1,161 | 174 | $114 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 681 | 532 | $183 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 377 | 314 | $121 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 170 | 145 | $193 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 110 | 27 | $80 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 56 | 29 | $137 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 35 | 34 | $86 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 33 | 20 | $98 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 52 peers in this city , average services per provider: 143. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$164
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $79.87 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $33.61 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $32.40 | |
| ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $17.99 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
966
Patients
412
Total drug cost
$83,457
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 125 | 43 | $1,492 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 98 | 50 | $61,414 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 86 | 50 | $524 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 78 | 20 | $470 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 63 | 60 | $619 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 57 | 12 | $606 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 56 | 35 | $563 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 54 | 23 | $578 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 54 | 21 | $1,192 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 52 | 28 | $398 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chong Kim's medical specialty?
Dr. Chong Kim practices Internal Medicine Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Chong Kim practice?
Dr. Chong Kim practices at 23560 Madison St Ste 204, Torrance, CA 905054710. Office phone: 4243280203.
What is Dr. Chong Kim's NPI?
Dr. Chong Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528034485, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chong Kim accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chong Kim accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chong Kim commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.