HONGHA T VU JAMES M.D.
NPI 1174798805
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Walnut Creek, CA

Q: What is Hongha Vu James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hongha Vu James is 1174798805. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2008. The provider is also known as Susan Vu M.D..

Q: What is Hongha Vu James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hongha Vu James was last updated on September 17, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.

Active since April 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.73/100

CMS Quality Rating

1450 TREAT BLVD, STE 200, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597(925) 296-7340(925) 296-9042 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Hongha T Vu James M.d. NPPES

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

HONGHA T VU JAMES M.D. (NPI 1174798805) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Walnut Creek, California, licensed in California (A143635) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Washington University School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174798805

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameHONGHA T VU JAMESCredential: M.D.

Location Address1450 TREAT BLVD, STE 200Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168

Mailing Address1450 Treat Blvd, Ste 300Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168

Phone(925) 296-7340

Fax(925) 296-9042

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWashington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateApril 24, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2016

✔ NPI 1174798805 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · A143635✔ Licensed in MO · 2013013936

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

1450 TREAT BLVD, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Susan Vu M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN124510076MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Hongha T Vu James M.d. 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 ID4880835297

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160926000345

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

111 services111 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.

103 services87 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

77 services77 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

61 services61 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.

40 services40 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

25 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94597 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$153.83 typical visit price

range $69.00 – $202.35

Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$119.48 typical visit price

range $23.44 – $166.46

Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

85.73/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

82.68

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

70.58

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Use of DXA Scans in Women Under 65 Years Who Do Not Meet the Risk Factor Profile for Osteoporotic Fracture

Lower rates are better for this measure.

5%39 patients

Breast Cancer Screening

88%151 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%

Cervical Cancer Screening

70%155 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

88%241 patients5/55-star benchmark: 88%

Controlling High Blood Pressure

88%129 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

40%53 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

19%53 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

99%728 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

99%172 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

59%298 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

HIV Screening

30%244 patients3/55-star benchmark: 60%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

49%391 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

41%364 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients screened: 96% · 57 patients

93%57 patients

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

100%122 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

82%130 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JASLEEN SOHAL M.D.

Family Medicine

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 120B
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9720

DR. HENNESSEY TSENG M.D.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 220B
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 937-1770

DR. DEBORAH A GREER M.D.

Family Medicine

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 160
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9000

DR. RUQAYA FATIMA M.D.

Family Medicine

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 160
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 286-9000

DR. PRITI H PATEL M.D.

Family Medicine

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 120B
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9720

DR. DEVORAH E BEN-ZEEV M.D.

Internal Medicine

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 120A
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9720

DR. KATHLEEN SMITH M.D.

Pediatrics

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 140
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9770

DR. TESSIE A OKAMURA M.D.

Pediatrics

1450 TREAT BLVD, SUITE 140
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94597

Contra Costa County (925) 296-9770

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 Hongha Vu James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hongha Vu James is 1174798805. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2008. The provider is also known as Susan Vu M.D..

Where is Hongha Vu James located?

Hongha Vu James practices at 1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94597. The listed phone number is (925) 296-7340.

What is Hongha Vu James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Hongha Vu James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hongha Vu James 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hongha Vu James was last updated on September 17, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.