KAREN I. CHING MD
NPI 1275647612
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Honolulu, HI

Active since August 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3288 MOANALUA RD, HONOLULU, HI 96819(808) 432-0000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 26, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Karen I. Ching Md NPPES

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

KAREN I. CHING MD (NPI 1275647612) is an individual nephrology provider in Honolulu, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (MD-11978) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275647612
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameKAREN I. CHINGCredential: MD
Location Address3288 MOANALUA RDHonolulu, HI 96819-1469
Mailing Address3288 Moanalua RdHonolulu, HI 96819-1469 · (808) 432-0000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 26, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMay 26, 2021
NPI 1275647612 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in HI · MD-11978
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.
3288 MOANALUA RD, Honolulu, HI 96819

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Karen I. Ikeno

Other Identifiers 2

Other0000237024HI · Hmsa Billing Number
Medicaid51713802HI

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

Karen I. Ching Md 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 ID9739365875
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110525000391
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

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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
17 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kaiser Foundation Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Honolulu, HI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number120011
Location3288 Moanalua RdHonolulu, HI 96819 · Honolulu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96819 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
$136.68 typical visit price
range $60.53 – $180.05
Typical copayment $34.17 (range $15.13 – $45.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.65 typical visit price
range $20.09 – $147.56
Typical copayment $26.41 (range $5.02 – $36.89)
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.

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.

Emergency Medicine
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Nurse Practitioner
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Physical Therapist
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Hospitalist
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Pharmacist
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3288 MOANALUA RD
HONOLULU, HI 96819

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 Karen Ching's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Ching is 1275647612. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2006. The provider is also known as Karen I. Ikeno.

Where is Karen Ching located?

Karen Ching practices at 3288 Moanalua Rd, Honolulu, HI 96819. The listed phone number is (808) 432-0000.

What is Karen Ching's specialty?

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

Is Karen Ching enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Ching 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 Karen Ching accept?

Health plans from Kaiser Permanente list Karen Ching 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 Karen Ching affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Ching is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Ching was last updated on May 26, 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.