DR. HUNG-CHI KWOK M.D.
NPI 1275585317
Anesthesiology in Huntsville, AL

Q: What is Hung-chi Kwok's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hung-chi Kwok is 1275585317. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Q: What is Hung-chi Kwok's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hung-chi Kwok was last updated on January 16, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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 May 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1 HOSPITAL DR SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 880-4187(256) 880-4797 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 16, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Hung-chi Kwok M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HUNG-CHI KWOK M.D. (NPI 1275585317) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00025863) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275585317

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. HUNG-CHI KWOKCredential: M.D.

Location Address1 HOSPITAL DR SWHuntsville, AL 35801-6455

Mailing AddressPo Box 5538Fresno, CA 93755-5538 · (559) 436-1000 · Fax (559) 354-4235

Phone(256) 880-4187

Fax(256) 880-4797

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993

Enumeration DateMay 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 16, 2013

✔ NPI 1275585317 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 00025863

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 00025863 (AL)

1 HOSPITAL DR SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified051554887AK · Medicare

Other515-21971AL · Bc Bs Hospital Based Crna

Other515-30886AL · Bcbs Physician Based Crna

OtherP00148817AL · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid051554887AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Hung-chi Kwok 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 ID3375513799

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040730000983

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 14

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

34 services34 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300

Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.

32 services31 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

30 services29 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

29 services29 patients

Anesthesia for fragmenting, manipulation and/or removal of kidney stone including use of an endoscope 00918

This procedure involves using anesthesia to ensure comfort while a special instrument called an endoscope helps to locate, break up, and possibly remove kidney stones. The endoscope is a thin, flexible tube which is gently inserted and navigated to the area of concern.

28 services28 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

27 services27 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower spine 00630

Anesthesia for a lower spine procedure involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in your back. This ensures comfort and stillness during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.

24 services22 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses 00160

Anesthesia for procedures on the nose and sinuses involves administering medication to block sensation, ensuring comfort during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a specific area) or general (you're asleep). This helps prevent pain and discomfort during the procedure.

17 services17 patients

Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145

Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on hip joint 01210

Anesthesia for a hip joint procedure involves administering medication to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only a part of your body is numb). This allows the surgeon to work on your hip without causing discomfort.

11 services11 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones 01830

Anesthesia for procedures on forearm, wrist, or hand bones involves administering medications to block sensation in the specific area. It ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a small area) or regional (numbing a larger part of the body).

11 services11 patients

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.

BRIAN ALAN PIAZZA CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 469-7895

MEGHAN J DUNNING CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 429-4000

ABDUL WASAY

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 429-4000

MRS. KRISTINA BONDS CHAPMAN CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)

1 HOSPITAL DR SW, #202
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 429-5285

CRESTWOOD HEALTHCARE LP

General Acute Care Hospital

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 882-3100

PATRICIA COLLINS CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1 HOSPITAL DR SW, SUITE #400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 713-1200

UNAIZA HASAN MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 429-4000

DR. PAOLA DORATO IQBAL M.D.

Anesthesiology

1 HOSPITAL DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 880-4187

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 Hung-chi Kwok's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hung-chi Kwok is 1275585317. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Where is Hung-chi Kwok located?

Hung-chi Kwok practices at 1 Hospital Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 880-4187.

What is Hung-chi Kwok's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Hung-chi Kwok enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hung-chi Kwok 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.

What insurance does Hung-chi Kwok accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Hung-chi Kwok as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hung-chi Kwok was last updated on January 16, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.