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JAMES HWANG
NPI 1376703959
Surgery - Trauma Surgery in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 17, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(800) 822-8816 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 1, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 25, 2022, Jul 6, 2017, Jun 9, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About James Hwang NPPES

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

JAMES HWANG (NPI 1376703959) is an individual trauma surgery provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (36028) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376703959
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0127X
Provider Legal NameJAMES HWANG
Location Address1717 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Phone(800) 822-8816
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 1, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1376703959 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Trauma SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0127X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 36028
Definition
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty of general surgery. Trauma surgeons are physicians who have completed a five-year general surgery residency and usually continue with a one to two year fellowship in trauma and/or surgical critical care, typically leading to additional board certification in surgical critical care. There is no trauma surgery board certification at this point. To obtain board certification in surgical critical care, a fellowship in surgical critical care or anesthesiology critical care must be completed during or after general surgery residency.
1717 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11813 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1920 · Phone (205) 975-2675 · Fax (205) 975-2279

Accepted Insurance

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

James Hwang 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 ID1153445549
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170718002140
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 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.

Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15003
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of your body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and treated to receive new skin, usually to aid in healing from a burn or wound. The size of the area treated is up to 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body area.
500 services20 patients
Partial thickness self skin graft of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15101
This is a procedure where a thin layer of skin is taken from a healthy area of your body and placed onto a wound on your trunk, arms, or legs. It is used to promote healing and reduce scarring. The measurement mentioned refers to the size of the graft.
231 services15 patients
Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15002
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of the body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and any dead tissue is removed to ensure a successful graft. The procedure covers an area of 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body.
30 services21 patients
Dressing change or removal of burn tissue, less than 5% of total body surface 16020
This procedure involves replacing the bandage on a burn area or removing dead skin from a burn, covering less than 5% of your body. It helps to prevent infection and promote healing. It's a common part of burn care and recovery.
22 services11 patients
Partial thickness self skin graft to trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15100
A partial thickness self skin graft involves taking a thin layer of healthy skin from one area of your body and transplanting it to a damaged area on your trunk, arms, or legs. This procedure is used to treat a variety of skin conditions and injuries. It covers a maximum of 100.0 sq cm or 1% of body area for infants and children.
18 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
14 services13 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.

MELANIE MORRIS
Surgery
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JESSICA CHA
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JAMES WALKER
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
TONYA RICHARDS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JOSEPH SMITH
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
STACY WADE
Anesthesiology
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
MRS. CHERYL ANDERSON LANE NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1717 6TH AVE S, SPAIN REHAB CENTER RM 156
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-2747
TARAH WOODFIN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

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 James Hwang's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Hwang is 1376703959. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2008.

Where is James Hwang located?

James Hwang practices at 1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (800) 822-8816.

What is James Hwang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Trauma Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0127X.

Is James Hwang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Hwang 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 James Hwang accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list James Hwang 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 James Hwang was last updated on February 1, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.