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DR. JOSEPH C. HUNG MD
NPI 1043494883
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Stamford, CT

Active since December 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY - STAMFORD, 1 BLACHLEY ROAD, STAMFORD, CT 06902(203) 705-0870(203) 705-0872 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 12, 2021, Mar 6, 2019, Feb 25, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Joseph C. Hung Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JOSEPH C. HUNG MD (NPI 1043494883) is an individual pain medicine provider in Stamford, Connecticut, licensed in New York (264669) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043494883
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH C. HUNGCredential: MD
Location AddressHOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY - STAMFORD, 1 BLACHLEY ROADStamford, CT 06902
Mailing AddressHospital For Special Surgery - Stamford, 1 Blachley RoadStamford, CT 06902 · (203) 705-0870 · Fax (203) 705-0872
Phone(203) 705-0870
Fax(203) 705-0872
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateDecember 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 20214 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 12, 2021
✔ NPI 1043494883 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 264669
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MT190078 (PA)
Also ListedPreventive Medicine · Clinical InformaticsTaxonomy 2083C0008X · License 264669 (NY)
HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY - STAMFORD, Stamford, CT 06902
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph C. Hung Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID749468155
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120904000071, I20170927002545
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Hung reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

East River Medical Associates P.C.
30 mi
Anesthesiology
535 EAST 70TH STREET
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut and New York enrollments
  • Medicare enrollment name: East River Medical Associates PC
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932162567 (212) 774-7369

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
70 services48 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
57 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
38 services35 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.
34 services24 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
30 services30 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
20 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hospital For Special Surgery

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330270
Location535 East 70th StreetNew York, NY 10021 · New York County
Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Joseph Hung's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Hung is 1043494883. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 27, 2007.

Where is Joseph Hung located?

Joseph Hung practices at Hospital For Special Surgery - Stamford 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT 06902. The listed phone number is (203) 705-0870.

What is Joseph Hung's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Joseph Hung enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Hung is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joseph Hung's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Hung reassigns Medicare benefits to East River Medical Associates P.C. (New York, NY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Hung's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Joseph Hung affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Hung is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Hung was last updated on April 12, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.