HAZEM KAKAJI M.D.
NPI 1164451258
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Lexington, KY

Active since July 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
69.85/100
CMS Quality Rating
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR, LEXINGTON, KY 40509(859) 967-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 30, 2021, Apr 10, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Hazem Kakaji M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

HAZEM KAKAJI M.D. (NPI 1164451258) is an individual nephrology provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (43925) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164451258
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameHAZEM KAKAJICredential: M.D.
Location Address150 N EAGLE CREEK DRLexington, KY 40509-1805
Mailing Address4101 Tates Creek Centre Dr Ste 150-180Lexington, KY 40517-3066 · (816) 456-7181 · Fax (440) 332-3844
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 30, 2021
NPI 1164451258 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in KY · 43925
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 43925 (KY)
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR, Lexington, KY 40509

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1University Of Ky Divison Of Nephrology, 800 Rose Street, MN564Lexington, KY 40536-0298 · Phone (859) 323-2631 · Fax (859) 323-0232
Location 22252 Barnwell LnLexington, KY 40513 · Phone (816) 456-7181

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid7100062770KY

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Hazem Kakaji M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4981617271
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111104000572
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
805 services178 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
365 services171 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
201 services174 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
87 services45 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
53 services35 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
45 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Saint Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180010
LocationOne Saint Joseph DriveLexington, KY 40504 · Fayette County
Emergency services

Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180048
Location217 South Third StreetDanville, KY 40422 · Boyle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Lexington

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number180103
Location1740 Nicholasville RoadLexington, KY 40503 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Joseph East

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180143
Location150 North Eagle Creek DriveLexington, KY 40509 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Joseph Berea

Critical Access Hospitals · Berea, KY
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number181329
Location305 Estill StreetBerea, KY 40403 · Madison County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40509 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

69.85/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality57.55
Cost68.12

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%83 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$18.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers15 claims15 services$92.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Anesthesiology
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Internal Medicine
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509
Pharmacist
150 N EAGLE CREEK DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40509

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Hazem Kakaji's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hazem Kakaji is 1164451258. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2006.

Where is Hazem Kakaji located?

Hazem Kakaji practices at 150 N Eagle Creek Dr, Lexington, KY 40509. The listed phone number is (859) 967-5000.

What is Hazem Kakaji's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Hazem Kakaji enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hazem Kakaji is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Hazem Kakaji accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter of Tennessee list Hazem Kakaji as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Hazem Kakaji affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hazem Kakaji is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital, Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph East and Saint Joseph Berea.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hazem Kakaji was last updated on July 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.