JOSEPH K HWANG MD
NPI 1508957903
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal & Fetal Medicine in Tacoma, WA

Q: What is Joseph Hwang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Hwang is 1508957903. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2006.

Q: What is Joseph Hwang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology, specializing in Maternal & Fetal Medicine, with taxonomy code 207VM0101X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Hwang was last updated on March 6, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 September 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1608 S J ST, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 428-2100(253) 274-7563 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 6, 2023, Jan 10, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Joseph K Hwang Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH K HWANG MD (NPI 1508957903) is an individual maternal & fetal medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60568419) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Renton, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508957903

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207VM0101X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH K HWANGCredential: MD

Location Address1608 S J STTacoma, WA 98405-4930

Mailing Address1608 S J St Fl 1Tacoma, WA 98405-4930 · (253) 428-2100 · Fax (253) 274-7563

Phone(253) 428-2100

Fax(253) 274-7563

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateSeptember 28, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 6, 2023

✔ NPI 1508957903 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & Gynecology · Maternal & Fetal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207VM0101X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60568419

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.

Also ListedObstetrics & GynecologyTaxonomy 207V00000X · License MD60568419 (WA)

1608 S J ST, Tacoma, WA 98405

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14033 Talbot Rd S, STE 450. EastRenton, WA 98055-5772 · Phone (425) 656-5520

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2047039WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joseph K Hwang 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 ID5294708178

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150813012136

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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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

$130.99 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$71.29 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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

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.

ALYSE NIKOLAO FNP, CNM

Advanced Practice Midwife

1608 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7501

FRANCISCAN MEDICAL GROUP

Orthopaedic Surgery

1608 S J ST, FLOOR 4
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 272-0186

AMELIA BAISDEN CNM

Midwife

1608 S J ST, 1ST FLOOR, MS 35-01
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (206) 850-3385

JOHN S SMOOTS MD

Internal Medicine

1608 S J ST, FLOOR 3
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7503

FRANCISCAN HEALTH SYSTEM

Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)

1608 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7650

MR. COREY FURULIE ARNP, RD

Dietitian, Registered

1608 S J ST, 1ST FLOOR, MS 35-10
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7503

DR. MICHAEL ISIAH SANDLIN M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

1608 S J ST, FLOOR 4
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7504

KENNETH H SHIBATA MD

Internal Medicine

1608 S J ST, FLOOR 3
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 274-7503

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 Hwang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Hwang is 1508957903. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2006.

Where is Joseph Hwang located?

Joseph Hwang practices at 1608 S J St, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 428-2100.

What is Joseph Hwang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology, specializing in Maternal & Fetal Medicine, with taxonomy code 207VM0101X.

Is Joseph Hwang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph 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 Joseph Hwang accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Joseph 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 Joseph Hwang was last updated on March 6, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.