Grace S Kim, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Grace S Kim is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in San Carlos, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Grace S Kim, M.D. has been part of the San Carlos medical community since 2006 in independent practice. A University of California, Geffen School of Medicine graduate since 1995, she brings 31+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.56/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1762dNPPES updated 2021-07-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202380.56/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better45.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-37.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
647
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
546
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,556
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.50M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
116 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 Grace S Kim's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
Board certified · Jul 26, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
220 Standiford Ave Ste F, Modesto, CA 95350-1159
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 184014
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Grace S Kim
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Grace S Kim for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Carlos 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 Grace S Kim
Dr. Kim is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Carlos, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 759-9122.
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 Grace S Kim
Practice Location
1660 San Carlos Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070-2022
Mailing Address
220 Standiford Ave Ste F, Modesto, CA 95350-1159
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