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CHRISTOPHER YOUNG KANG M.D.
NPI 1962715094
Surgery - Trauma Surgery in Laguna Beach, CA

Active since July 18, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.7/100
CMS Quality Rating
31862 COAST HWY STE 201, LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651(310) 954-7169 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 17, 2026, Apr 11, 2026, Jan 27, 2026 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2016).

About Christopher Young Kang M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER YOUNG KANG M.D. (NPI 1962715094) is an individual trauma surgery provider in Laguna Beach, California, licensed in California (A134495) and active in the NPI registry since July 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System, and maintains a secondary practice location in Wichita Falls.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962715094
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0127X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER YOUNG KANGCredential: M.D.
Location Address31862 COAST HWY STE 201Laguna Beach, CA 92651-6771
Mailing Address1968 S Coast Hwy # 2201Laguna Beach, CA 92651-3681
Phone(310) 954-7169
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 20268 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1962715094 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Trauma SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0127X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · A134495✔ Licensed in TX · Q9839
Definition
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty of general surgery. Trauma surgeons are physicians who have completed a five-year general surgery residency and usually continue with a one to two year fellowship in trauma and/or surgical critical care, typically leading to additional board certification in surgical critical care. There is no trauma surgery board certification at this point. To obtain board certification in surgical critical care, a fellowship in surgical critical care or anesthesiology critical care must be completed during or after general surgery residency.
31862 COAST HWY STE 201, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11600 11th StWichita Falls, TX 76301-4321 · Phone (940) 764-3608 · Fax (940) 764-3611

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

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

Christopher Young Kang M.d. 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 ID1759513971
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161205001118
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Kang reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Surgical Group Of South Laguna A Medical Corporation
1.4 mi
Surgery
31862 SO COAST HWY, #201
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467550178 (949) 499-4565
Oc Trauma Inc
6.2 mi
Trauma Surgery
26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY STE 440
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 28 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720516628 (949) 364-1007
United Regional Physician Group
1,103 mi
Family Medicine
4327 BARNETT RD
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 109 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407890775 (940) 764-5200
Acute Care Surgery Texoma PLLC
1,107 mi
Trauma Surgery
1600 11TH ST, TRAUMA SERVICES
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841698453 (940) 781-2272

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 6

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.

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.
234 services126 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 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.
148 services145 patients
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope 47562
This procedure, known as endoscopic gallbladder removal, involves a surgeon using a special tool called an endoscope to remove your gallbladder through small incisions. It's typically done to treat gallstones and related complications. It's a less invasive method, often leading to quicker recovery.
33 services33 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
13 services13 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 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.
12 services12 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

United Regional Health Care System

Acute Care Hospitals · Wichita Falls, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450010
Location1600 11th StreetWichita Falls, TX 76301 · Wichita County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Seymour Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Seymour, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451399
Location200 Stadium DriveSeymour, TX 76380 · Baylor County
Emergency services

Graham Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Graham, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number671300
Location1301 Montgomery RoadGraham, TX 76450 · Young County
Emergency services

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.

85.7/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40

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 Christopher Kang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Kang is 1962715094. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2010.

Where is Christopher Kang located?

Christopher Kang practices at 31862 Coast Hwy Ste 201, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. The listed phone number is (310) 954-7169.

What is Christopher Kang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Trauma Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0127X.

Is Christopher Kang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Kang 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 Christopher Kang's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Kang reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Surgical Group Of South Laguna A Medical Corporation (Laguna Beach, CA), Oc Trauma Inc (Mission Viejo, CA), United Regional Physician Group (Wichita Falls, TX) and Acute Care Surgery Texoma PLLC (Wichita Falls, 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 Christopher Kang's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Kang accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Christopher Kang 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 Christopher Kang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Kang is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System, Seymour Hospital and Graham Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Kang was last updated on September 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 45 days 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.