David Daewhan Kim, M.D.
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
David Daewhan Kim is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Detroit, MI with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
David Daewhan Kim, M.D. has practiced physical medicine & rehabilitation for 36+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Maryland School of Medicine (class of 1990), he has been practicing for over 36 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2915dNPPES updated 2018-05-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
Henry Ford Health System 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better37.61%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+32.5 pts)
37.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
184
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
99
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
335
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $36k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
11 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 David Daewhan Kim's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
University of Maryland School of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With David Daewhan Kim
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Daewhan Kim for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Detroit 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 David Daewhan Kim
Dr. Kim is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Detroit, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (313) 916-2436.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Daewhan Kim
Practice Location
Henry Ford Health System 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202
Mailing Address
Henry Ford Health System 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202
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