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- 20940 N Tatum Blvd, Suite 250, Phoenix, AZ 85050
About Dr. Kim
Based in Phoenix, AZ, Max CHUNG HO Kim, MD is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Max graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine in 2002. Max is also listed as specializing in ophthalmology — glaucoma. Medicare claims data shows Max provided 7,112 services to 6,256 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, exam of the internal drainage system of eye, and imaging of optic nerve. NPI 1851300461 identifies this record in the national registry.
Factual summary compiled by Guide.md from public records; not written by this provider.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (480) 538-7075
- Email not available
Practice Locations
20940 N TATUM BLVD SUITE 250
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Cornea and external eye
Eyelid and tear drainage
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
Eye injuries
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
Retina & vitreous
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
Examination and imaging
Cataract and lens
Corneal procedures
Eye diagnostics
Eye injuries
Eyelid surgery
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
Laser procedures
Laser vision correction
Refractive surgery
Tear duct & Orbit
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
7,112 services · 6,256 patients · 20 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow | Procedure | 65855 |
158 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
72 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Creation of eye fluid drainage tracts in iris using a laser, per session | Procedure | 66761 |
40 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Incision to improve eye fluid flow | Procedure | 65820 |
37 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
34 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
24 | Too few peers to compare |
| Revision or repair of operative wound of eye | Procedure | 66250 |
16 | Too few peers to compare |
| Creation of eye fluid drainage tract for treatment of glaucoma with previous scarring | Procedure | 66172 |
16 | Too few peers to compare |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
159 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
936 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other eye doctors in Phoenix 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at University of Nevada School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2002 at University of Nevada School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow 7
Providers in AZ who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Dr. Kim?
Dr. Kim is an eye doctor in Phoenix, AZ. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Kim's address?
Dr. Kim is listed at 20940 N Tatum Blvd Suite 250, Phoenix, AZ 85050. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kim?
The number on file is (480) 538-7075. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Kim?
Dr. Kim's National Provider Identifier is 1851300461. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Kim train?
Dr. Kim attended University of Nevada School of Medicine, graduating in 2002. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Kim have?
Dr. Kim has 24 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2002, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Dr. Kim perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Kim performs procedures including laser repair to improve eye fluid flow, removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens and creation of eye fluid drainage tracts in iris using a laser, per session; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness; provides treatments such as exam of the internal drainage system of eye and imaging of optic nerve, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Kim's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Kim. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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