Louis J Kim, MD
Louis J Kim is a Neurological Surgery specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Louis J Kim, MD has been part of the Seattle medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 1999), he has been practicing for over 27 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5217dNPPES updated 2012-02-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
401 Broadway Pbs Building, Seattle, WA 98122
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in WashingtonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
78
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Stroke / TIA.
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
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+50%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$28 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Louis J Kim's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
27 years in practice
Experienced
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Taxonomy: 207T00000X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Differs from practice location
Virtual Neurological Surgery Care With Louis J Kim
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Louis J Kim for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Seattle 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 Louis J Kim
NPI records show Dr. Kim as active with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 744-9330.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
401 Broadway Pbs Building, Seattle, WA 98122
Mailing Address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
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