JAMES KIM M.D.
NPI 1649698481
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Covina, CA

Q: What is James Kim's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Kim is 1649698481. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2014.

Q: What is James Kim's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Kim was last updated on April 4, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since March 30, 2014PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

236 W COLLEGE ST, COVINA, CA 91723(626) 608-7320(626) 608-7322 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 4, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 4, 2024, Jun 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About James Kim M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES KIM M.D. (NPI 1649698481) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Covina, California, licensed in California (A159619) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649698481

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameJAMES KIMCredential: M.D.

Location Address236 W COLLEGE STCovina, CA 91723-1902

Mailing AddressPo Box 209Covina, CA 91723-0209 · (909) 803-0647 · Fax (626) 608-7322

Phone(626) 608-7320

Fax(626) 608-7322

Sole ProprietorYes

Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateApril 4, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2022

✔ NPI 1649698481 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A159619

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.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License A159619 (CA)

236 W COLLEGE ST, Covina, CA 91723

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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X MULTIPLE SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

James Kim M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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

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.

Foothills Pain Management Clinic PC

Same address

Interventional Pain Medicine

236 W COLLEGE ST
Covina, CA 91723

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
8 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1487885372 (626) 608-7320

Reekeshrpatelmd Inc

29 mi

Pain Medicine

4477 W 118TH ST STE 501
Hawthorne, CA 90250

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
11 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225493356 (213) 465-0994

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 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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

400 services57 patients

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.

201 services121 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

152 services30 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.

120 services77 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

61 services12 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.

48 services48 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91723 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

$142.39 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$109.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

DHARMESH MEHTA MD

Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)