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DR. SCOTT K. KUWADA MD
NPI 1407946015
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Honolulu, HI

Active since October 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
550 SOUTH BERETANIA STREET, SUITE 510, HONOLULU, HI 96813(808) 691-8955 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Scott K. Kuwada Md NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT K. KUWADA MD (NPI 1407946015) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Honolulu, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (10847) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Queens Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407946015
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT K. KUWADACredential: MD
Location Address550 SOUTH BERETANIA STREET, SUITE 510Honolulu, HI 96813-2496
Mailing Address550 South Beretania Street, Suite 510Honolulu, HI 96813-2496 · (808) 691-8955
Phone(808) 691-8955
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 2012
✔ NPI 1407946015 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in HI · 10847
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.
550 SOUTH BERETANIA STREET, Honolulu, HI 96813
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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. Scott K. Kuwada 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 ID3678533478
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090317000658
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 4

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.
41 services34 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.
34 services34 patients
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.
32 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
27 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Queens Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Honolulu, HI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number120001
Location1301 Punchbowl StHonolulu, HI 96813 · Honolulu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96813 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
$136.68 typical visit price
range $60.53 – $180.05
Typical copayment $34.17 (range $15.13 – $45.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.65 typical visit price
range $20.09 – $147.56
Typical copayment $26.41 (range $5.02 – $36.89)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Follow-Up Interval for Normal Colonoscopy in Average Risk Patients
Percentage of patients aged 50 to 75 years of age receiving a screening colonoscopy without biopsy or polypectomy who had a recommended follow-up interval of at least 10 years for repeat colonoscopy documented in their colonoscopy report
90%40 patients
Appropriate indication for colonoscopy
Percentage of colonoscopy procedures performed for an indication that is included in a published standard list of appropriate indications and the indication is documented
89%519 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
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.

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 Scott Kuwada's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Kuwada is 1407946015. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2006.

Where is Scott Kuwada located?

Scott Kuwada practices at 550 South Beretania Street Suite 510, Honolulu, HI 96813. The listed phone number is (808) 691-8955.

What is Scott Kuwada's specialty?

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

Is Scott Kuwada enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Kuwada 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.

Is Scott Kuwada affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Scott Kuwada is affiliated with The Queens Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Kuwada was last updated on September 19, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.