Kahealani K Rivera, MD

Internal Medicine

Kahealani K Rivera is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Honolulu, HI with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(808) 538-9011Honolulu, HI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Kahealani K Rivera, MD has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in independent practice. A Stanford University School of Medicine graduate since 2006, she brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.18/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in Hawaii
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 175 Internal Medicine providers in HISee all Internal Medicine in Honolulu20+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 4918dNPPES updated 2012-12-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Hawaii Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

The Queen'S Medical Center 1301 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in Hawaii on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

94.18/100

Hawaii avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)

Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in Hawaii

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

557

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

702

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

4,971

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.07M

Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+19%)49%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+16%)48%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+13%)35%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+11%)33%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-21%)28%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$192 received from industry

7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Kahealani K Rivera's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2006

    Stanford University School of Medicine

  2. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Stanford University School of Medicine (Class of 2006)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1301 Punchbowl St Pauahi 3rd Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813-2402

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kahealani K Rivera

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kahealani K Rivera for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Honolulu 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 Kahealani K Rivera

NPI records show Dr. Rivera as active with telehealth listed in Honolulu, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 538-9011.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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