Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Caroline Kim, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1457595530
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
2222 Greenhouse RD, Ste 1800
Houston, TX 770847855
(713) 464-2100
fax (281) 392-2032 - Additional location
-
929 Gessner RD Ste 2470
Houston, TX 770242841
(713) 932-1001
fax (713) 932-0037
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 30, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #Q5456 · Arizona #R73633
- Medicaid
- TX #351674201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457595530. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
152
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$22,239
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 57 | 25 | $50 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 35 | 35 | $115 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 27 | 27 | $176 | |
49650 |
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | 18 | 18 | $480 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 15 | 13 | $130 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in this city , average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 3.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$356
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| TELA Bio, Inc. | 4 | $170.12 | |
| Alafair Biosciences, Inc. | 1 | $44.11 | |
| W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. | 1 | $32.60 | |
| Hologic Sales and Service, LLC | 1 | $25.43 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $22.48 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $21.69 | |
| Biogen, Inc. | 1 | $20.31 | |
| Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated | 1 | $18.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
73
Patients
71
Total drug cost
$436
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 37 | 35 | $158 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 36 | 36 | $278 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Caroline Kim's medical specialty?
Dr. Caroline Kim practices Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Caroline Kim practice?
Dr. Caroline Kim practices at 2222 Greenhouse RD, Houston, TX 770847855. Office phone: 7134642100.
What is Dr. Caroline Kim's NPI?
Dr. Caroline Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457595530, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Caroline Kim accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Caroline Kim accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Caroline Kim commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.