2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1053496091 OD
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KIM KAWAKAMI, OD

Optometrist in WAILUKU, Hawaii. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
31
Medicare Part D claims · 17 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
42%
generic claims · 58% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KIM KAWAKAMI, OD is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in WAILUKU, Hawaii with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 31 claims across 17 beneficiaries — 58% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: KIM KAWAKAMI, OD filed 31 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WAILUKU, Hawaii. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KIM KAWAKAMI, OD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/26/2006

NPI 1053496091

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

31 88% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Hawaii

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Hawaii providers

Hawaii providers

Optometrist share within Hawaii

1. Optometrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Optometrist share within Hawaii

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Optometrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Optometrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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KIM KAWAKAMI, OD is a Optometrist provider practicing in WAILUKU, Hawaii, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: OD. NPI: 1053496091. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

KIM KAWAKAMI, OD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding OD credentials at 80 MAHALANI ST, WAILUKU, HI, 96793, with a listed phone of (808) 243-6000. NPI 1053496091 was issued on 10/26/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KAWAKAMI most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 31 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 17 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $1K in drug spend, split 58% brand-name and 42% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,463 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 257 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

80 MAHALANI ST
WAILUKU, HI 96793

Provider Details

NPI 1053496091
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials OD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 10/26/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KIM KAWAKAMI, OD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

HAWAII PERMANENTE MEDICAL GROUP INC
HONOLULU, HI

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

KIM KAWAKAMI, OD — brand share 58.0%
Specialty average (est.)

58% brand-name claims vs 42% generic, on 31 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

31
Total Claims
$1K
Total Drug Cost
17
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
48
Total Day Supply
1,293
Brand vs Generic
58% brand / 42% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$1K
Generic Drug Cost
$219

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.12

Optometrist Overview

How KIM KAWAKAMI, OD fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider

KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's 31 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Hawaii

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Hawaii, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KAWAKAMI.

Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's specialty?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD specializes in Optometrist and practices in WAILUKU, Hawaii. Credentials: OD.
How much does KIM KAWAKAMI, OD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KIM KAWAKAMI, OD wrote 31 Medicare Part D claims totaling $1K in drug costs for 17 beneficiaries.
Where is KIM KAWAKAMI, OD located?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD is located at 80 MAHALANI ST, WAILUKU, HI, 96793. Phone: (808) 243-6000.
What is KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's NPI number?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053496091, issued on 10/26/2006.
Does KIM KAWAKAMI, OD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's prescribing is 58% brand-name and 42% generic drugs by claim count, with $1K in brand drug costs.
How many Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 60,463 Optometrist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Optometrist provider writes 257 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does KIM KAWAKAMI, OD accept Medicare?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD appears in CMS Medicare data with 31 Part D claims and 17 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's credentials?
KIM KAWAKAMI, OD's NPI is 1053496091 with credentials OD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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