KENT TRUONG MD
NPI 1285028738
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in San Francisco, CA

Active since March 23, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.04/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 PARNASSUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 476-9000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Kent Truong Md NPPES

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

KENT TRUONG MD (NPI 1285028738) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (A149033) and active in the NPI registry since March 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285028738
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameKENT TRUONGCredential: MD
Location Address500 PARNASSUS AVESan Francisco, CA 94143-2203
Mailing Address1710 19th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122-4554 · (847) 254-4487
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2015
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMay 21, 2021
NPI 1285028738 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in CA · A149033
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
500 PARNASSUS AVE, San Francisco, CA 94143

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

Kent Truong 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 ID5991107773
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210715004095
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 7

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
318 services160 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
158 services31 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
46 services40 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
44 services38 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
21 services19 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
21 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
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.

91.04/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.13
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.1

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.

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Pharmacist
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Orthopaedic Surgery
500 PARNASSUS AVE, MU 320W
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
500 PARNASSUS AVE
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Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
500 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
500 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143

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 Kent Truong's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kent Truong is 1285028738. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2015.

Where is Kent Truong located?

Kent Truong practices at 500 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 476-9000.

What is Kent Truong's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Kent Truong enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kent Truong 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kent Truong was last updated on May 21, 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.