Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kenneth Hughes, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1154425411
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 81.3 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1720 Nicholasville RD, Ste 500
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 278-1114
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 28, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #KY30365
- Medicaid
- KY #64303654
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154425411. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
894
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$69,527
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 252 | 208 | $85 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 137 | 113 | $42 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 111 | 111 | $105 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 99 | 87 | $118 | |
95117 |
Professional service for multiple injections of allergen | 75 | 31 | $10 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 57 | 45 | $118 | |
95115 |
Professional service for single injection of allergen | 47 | 13 | $9 | |
G0268 |
Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing | 36 | 36 | $49 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 34 | 34 | $154 | |
92504 |
Exam of ear using a microscope | 20 | 17 | $26 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Lexington Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 78. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$678
Transactions
25
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genzyme Corporation | 11 | $289.98 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 2 | $128.40 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 1 | $54.95 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $48.13 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 3 | $43.91 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $33.97 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $21.61 | |
| Kaleo, INC. | 1 | $21.33 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $20.44 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $15.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
538
Patients
226
Total drug cost
$159,802
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | Generic | 75 | 22 | $1,026 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 57 | 21 | $1,743 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 45 | 14 | $624 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 39 | 16 | $667 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 38 | 33 | $547 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 37 | 28 | $368 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 33 | 11 | $407 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $151,254 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 31 | 15 | $785 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $176 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kenneth Hughes's medical specialty?
Dr. Kenneth Hughes practices Otolaryngology Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Kenneth Hughes practice?
Dr. Kenneth Hughes practices at 1720 Nicholasville RD, Lexington, KY 40503. Office phone: 8592781114.
What is Dr. Kenneth Hughes's NPI?
Dr. Kenneth Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154425411, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kenneth Hughes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth Hughes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kenneth Hughes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.