Brian Takemoto Kim, M.D.
Brian Takemoto Kim is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Laguna Hills, CA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Brian Takemoto Kim, M.D. has practiced ophthalmology for 18+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75.37/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 29% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
24401 Calle De La Louisa Suite 300, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3623
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202375.37/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better47.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-35.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
2,255
Unique beneficiaries
Very high volumePrescription Recipients
171
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
483
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $86k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$467 received from industry
18 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Brian Takemoto Kim's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Penn State College of Medicine
18 years in practice
Experienced
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Taxonomy: 207W00000X
Education & Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Brian Takemoto Kim
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Takemoto Kim for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Laguna Hills required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brian Takemoto Kim
NPI records show Dr. Kim as active with telehealth listed in Laguna Hills, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 951-2020.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Brian Takemoto Kim
Practice Location
24401 Calle De La Louisa Suite 300, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3623
Mailing Address
24401 Calle De La Louisa Suite 300, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3623
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