DR. KIRK C SO M.D.
NPI 1780610345
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Walnut Creek, CA

Active since June 24, 2006PECOS Enrolled
90.81/100
CMS Quality Rating
2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598(925) 296-7150(925) 296-7171 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 2, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Kirk C So M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KIRK C SO M.D. (NPI 1780610345) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Walnut Creek, California, licensed in California (A87456) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780610345
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. KIRK C SOCredential: M.D.
Location Address2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2536
Mailing Address2125 Oak Grove Rd, Suite 200Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2536 · (925) 296-7150 · Fax (925) 296-7171
Fax(925) 296-7171
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 2, 2015
✔ NPI 1780610345 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A87456
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
2125 OAK GROVE RD, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Other Identifiers 25

Medicare PIN00A8745611CA
Medicare PIN00A8745620CA
Medicare PIN00A8745612CA
Medicare PIN00A8745617CA
Medicare PIN00A8745621CA
Medicare PIN00A8745622CA
Medicare PIN00A8745613CA
Medicare PIN00A8745614CA
Medicare PIN00A8745615CA
Medicare PIN00A874561CA
Medicare PIN00A874569CA
Medicare PIN00A874560CA
Medicare PIN00A874562CA
Medicare PIN00A874566CA
Medicare PIN00A874567CA
Medicare PIN00A874568CA
Medicare PINP00282772CA
Medicare UPINI28094CA
Medicare PIN00A745619CA
Medicare PIN00A8745610CA
Medicare PIN00A8745616CA
Medicare PINP00227315CA
Medicare PIN00A874565CA
Medicare PINP00410125CA
Medicare PIN00A8745618CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Kirk C So M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5991744617
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050502000547, I20200407000861
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

8

Medicare enrollment records show Kirk So reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
2125 OAK GROVE RD STE 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California and Hawaii enrollments
  • 181 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hematology & Oncology
500 LENNON LN
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California and Hawaii enrollments
  • 129 clinicians in this Medicare group
Trauma Surgery
1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 810 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 300
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 650 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
5730 TELEGRAPH AVE
Oakland, CA 94609
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California and Hawaii enrollments
  • 158 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
67-1125 MAMALAHOA HWY
Kamuela, HI 96743
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 47 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
1301 PUNCHBOWL ST
Honolulu, HI 96813
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 48 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 59

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, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
7,201 services87 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
386 services374 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
278 services258 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
275 services275 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
274 services274 patients
Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551
An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
184 services184 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94598 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
$104.51 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $26.12 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

90.81/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.12
Improvement Activities40

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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, #200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, #200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, SUITE 200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, #200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2125 OAK GROVE RD, #200
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598

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 Kirk So's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kirk So is 1780610345. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2006.

Where is Kirk So located?

Kirk So practices at 2125 Oak Grove Rd Suite 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. The listed phone number is (925) 296-7150.

What is Kirk So's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Kirk So enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kirk So is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kirk So's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kirk So reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc (Walnut Creek, CA), Michael P Sherman MD Phd, A Medical Corporation (Walnut Creek, CA), John Muir Magnetic Imaging Center (Walnut Creek, CA), John Muir Trauma Physicians Billing Service (Walnut Creek, CA), John Muir Physician Network (Walnut Creek, CA) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Kirk So's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kirk So was last updated on April 2, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.