SANFORD J KIM MD
NPI 1891782454
Internal Medicine in Franklin, TN

Active since September 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY, SOUND PHYSICIANS, FRANKLIN, TN 37067(615) 435-6690 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2022, May 2, 2018, Apr 19, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Sanford J Kim Md NPPES

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

SANFORD J KIM MD (NPI 1891782454) is an individual internal medicine provider in Franklin, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (35151) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Nashville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891782454
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSANFORD J KIMCredential: MD
Location Address4321 CAROTHERS PKWY, SOUND PHYSICIANSFranklin, TN 37067-5909
Mailing Address2300 Patterson StNashville, TN 37203-1538 · (615) 342-6828 · Fax (615) 342-7642
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1891782454 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TN · 35151
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY, Franklin, TN 37067

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12300 Patterson St, CENTENNIAL PERI-OPERATIVE CONSULTANTSNashville, TN 37203-1538 · Phone (315) 342-0273 · Fax (866) 716-8706

Other Identifiers 6

OtherP00374481Railroad Medicare
Other6404830900KY · Kentucky Medicaid
Other4127210TN · Bcbs
Other4141591TN · Blue Cross
Medicaid3873900TN
Other7694346Aetna

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

Sanford J 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 ID7113981747
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041115000243
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.

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.
76 services52 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
68 services24 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.
55 services35 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.
42 services42 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.
30 services26 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Williamson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Franklin, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440029
Location4321 Carothers ParkwayFranklin, TN 37067 · Williamson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maury Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number440073
Location1224 Trotwood AveColumbia, TN 38401 · Maury County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37067 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%226 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%88 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Ambulance
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Dietitian, Registered
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Occupational Therapist
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
4321 CAROTHERS PKWY
FRANKLIN, TN 37067

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 Sanford Kim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sanford Kim is 1891782454. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2005.

Where is Sanford Kim located?

Sanford Kim practices at 4321 Carothers Pkwy Sound Physicians, Franklin, TN 37067. The listed phone number is (615) 435-6690.

What is Sanford Kim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Sanford Kim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sanford 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 Sanford Kim accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Sanford 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 Sanford Kim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sanford Kim is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center and Maury Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sanford Kim was last updated on January 4, 2022. 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.