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JAMES B KIM MD
NPI 1518078450
Anesthesiology in Elgin, IL

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
934 CENTER ST, ELGIN, IL 60120(847) 742-9800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About James B Kim Md NPPES

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

JAMES B KIM MD (NPI 1518078450) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Elgin, Illinois and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518078450
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES B KIMCredential: MD
Location Address934 CENTER STElgin, IL 60120-2125
Mailing Address5452 Reliable ParkwayChicago, IL 60686-0001 · (847) 615-2200
Phone(847) 742-9800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 2007
✔ NPI 1518078450 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
934 CENTER ST, Elgin, IL 60120
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPING14934IL
Medicare PINK02170IL

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James B Kim 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 ID6507766888
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040120000014
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show James Kim reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Midwest Anesthesia Partners, LLC
34 mi
Anesthesiology
2900 N LAKE SHORE DR
Chicago, IL 60657
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 385 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1255380184 (773) 388-5700
Northstar Anesthesia Of Illinois, LLC
802 mi
Anesthesiology
2000 E LAMAR BLVD STE 400
Arlington, TX 76006
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 735 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1962822395 (817) 583-7421

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
34 services33 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
20 services19 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480
Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Melrose Park, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140008
Location701 West North AveMelrose Park, IL 60160 · Cook County
Emergency services

Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook

Acute Care Hospitals · Bolingbrook, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140304
Location500 Remington BoulevardBolingbrook, IL 60440 · Will County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

ASHOK MEHTA
Specialist
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (630) 377-6541
CEPAMERICA ILLINOIS LLP
Emergency Medicine
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (224) 783-2735
DR. DOUGLAS JACKSON M.D.
Emergency Medicine
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 429-8750
GREATER ELGIN EMERGENCY SPECIALISTS LTD
Emergency Medicine
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 742-9800
LAURA J SOSTAK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 742-9800
MARY JUNG MD
Emergency Medicine
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 429-8750
PRITI SINGH MD
Anesthesiology
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 742-9800
REGINA FOSTER NP
Nurse Practitioner
934 CENTER ST
ELGIN, IL 60120
Cook County (847) 429-8750

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 James Kim's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Kim is 1518078450. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is James Kim located?

James Kim practices at 934 Center St, Elgin, IL 60120. The listed phone number is (847) 742-9800.

What is James Kim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is James Kim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Kim's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Kim reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Midwest Anesthesia Partners, LLC (Chicago, IL) and Northstar Anesthesia Of Illinois, LLC (Arlington, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Kim's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is James Kim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Kim is affiliated with Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital and Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Kim was last updated on October 22, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.