KIM J CORTEZ MD
NPI 1902906605
Internal Medicine in Sumter, SC

Q: What is Kim Cortez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kim Cortez is 1902906605. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 22, 2006.

Q: What is Kim Cortez's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kim Cortez was last updated on December 6, 2018. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since September 22, 2006PECOS Enrolled

83.58/100

CMS Quality Rating

129 N WASHINGTON ST, SUMTER, SC 29150(803) 774-1788(803) 774-9113 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 6, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Kim J Cortez Md NPPES

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

KIM J CORTEZ MD (NPI 1902906605) is an individual internal medicine provider in Sumter, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (36528) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902906605

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameKIM J CORTEZCredential: MD

Location Address129 N WASHINGTON STSumter, SC 29150-4949

Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7320 · Fax (803) 296-7330

Phone(803) 774-1788

Fax(803) 774-9113

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 6, 2018

✔ NPI 1902906605 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 36528✔ Licensed in NY · 227311

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.

129 N WASHINGTON ST, Sumter, SC 29150

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid365287SC

OtherSC3047SC · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Kim J Cortez Md 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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

133 services129 patients

Initial hospital observation care per day, typically 70 minutes 99220

This service involves a healthcare professional closely monitoring your health condition during your hospital stay. It typically lasts for about 70 minutes each day. This helps in timely detection of any changes in your health, allowing for immediate response and treatment.

73 services71 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

51 services48 patients

Initial hospital observation care per day, typically 50 minutes 99219

Initial hospital observation care is a service where healthcare professionals monitor your health for about 50 minutes daily. This helps them understand your condition better, plan treatment, and ensure your safety. It's a routine part of hospital care.

29 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29150 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

$124.04 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.12 typical visit price

range $16.96 – $133.52

Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)

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.

83.58/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

84.33

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

60.95

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.

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