Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kim Driftmier, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Seattle, WA
- NPI 1023245644
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
325 9Th Ave N
Seattle, WA 981095122
(206) 520-5000 - Mailing address
-
3745 Geist RD
Fairbanks, AK 997093554
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 8, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD60931365
- Medicaid
- WA #1023245644
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023245644. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
860
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$59,199
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 340 | 60 | $1 | |
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 141 | 57 | $0 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 129 | 105 | $113 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 71 | 63 | $161 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 66 | 49 | $305 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 41 | 41 | $60 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 24 | 15 | $79 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 21 | 21 | $141 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 14 | 13 | $186 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 13 | 13 | $212 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$206
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevro Corp. | 3 | $78.63 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $69.21 | |
| ACUMED LLC | 2 | $44.16 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $13.75 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kim Driftmier's medical specialty?
Dr. Kim Driftmier practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Seattle, WA.
Where does Dr. Kim Driftmier practice?
Dr. Kim Driftmier practices at 325 9Th Ave N, Seattle, WA 981095122. Office phone: 2065205000.
What is Dr. Kim Driftmier's NPI?
Dr. Kim Driftmier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023245644, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kim Driftmier accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kim Driftmier accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kim Driftmier commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.