DR. CHONG HWAN KIM M.D.
NPI 1467508663
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Cleveland, OH

Active since January 28, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2500 METROHEALTH DR, CLEVELAND, OH 44109(216) 778-7800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 27, 2021, Aug 22, 2018, Apr 11, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Chong Hwan Kim M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHONG HWAN KIM M.D. (NPI 1467508663) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.133805) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Metrohealth System, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467508663
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHONG HWAN KIMCredential: M.D.
Location Address2500 METROHEALTH DRCleveland, OH 44109-1900
Mailing Address2500 Metrohealth DrCleveland, OH 44109-1900 · (216) 957-2442 · Fax (216) 957-2148
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 28, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 27, 20215 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1467508663 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208VP0014X
Licenses Licensed in OH · 35.133805 Licensed in PA · MD430105 Licensed in WV · 23588
Definition
Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.
2500 METROHEALTH DR, Cleveland, OH 44109

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

Dr. Chong Hwan Kim 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 ID3375689938
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180523003023
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 12

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
139 services86 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
91 services66 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
89 services89 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.
84 services56 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
31 services26 patients
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096
This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.
23 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Metrohealth System

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360059
Location2500 Metrohealth DriveCleveland, OH 44109 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44109 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Internal Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Emergency Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Dentist (General Practice)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Psychologist (Rehabilitation)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Internal Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109

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 Chong Kim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chong Kim is 1467508663. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 28, 2007.

Where is Chong Kim located?

Chong Kim practices at 2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109. The listed phone number is (216) 778-7800.

What is Chong Kim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Chong Kim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chong Kim 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 Chong Kim accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, MedMutual, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Health Insurance and 1 other insurer list Chong Kim 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 Chong Kim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chong Kim is affiliated with Metrohealth System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chong Kim was last updated on December 27, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.