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MICHAEL HWANG O.D.
NPI 1538509658
Optometrist in Chicago, IL

Active since July 03, 2013
2800 W 87TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60652(773) 526-5033 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Michael Hwang O.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL HWANG O.D. (NPI 1538509658) is an individual optometrist in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046010692) and active in the NPI registry since July 2013.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538509658
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL HWANGCredential: O.D.
Location Address2800 W 87TH STChicago, IL 60652-3831
Mailing Address2800 W 87th StChicago, IL 60652-3831 · (773) 526-5033
Phone(773) 526-5033
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2013
✔ NPI 1538509658 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 046010692
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
2800 W 87TH ST, Chicago, IL 60652
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Accepted Insurance

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. PAMELA AGUILOR CRUZ-CARANDANG M.D
Internal Medicine
2800 W 87TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60652
Cook County (312) 829-4224
DR. LISA MEMMEL M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
2800 W 87TH ST, SUITE 100
CHICAGO, IL 60652
Cook County (773) 863-7537

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What is Michael Hwang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Hwang is 1538509658. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2013.

Where is Michael Hwang located?

Michael Hwang practices at 2800 W 87th St, Chicago, IL 60652. The listed phone number is (773) 526-5033.

What is Michael Hwang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

What insurance does Michael Hwang accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list Michael 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 Michael Hwang was last updated on July 3, 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.