JOHN HWANG MD
NPI 1629235510
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA

Active since May 19, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 207, LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653(949) 707-5125 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John Hwang Md NPPES

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

JOHN HWANG MD (NPI 1629235510) is an individual retina specialist in Laguna Hills, California, licensed in California (A112582) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Englewood Hospital And Medical Center, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629235510
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameJOHN HWANGCredential: MD
Location Address23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 207Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3107
Mailing Address23521 Paseo De Valencia, Suite 207Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3107 · (949) 707-5125
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 2017
NPI 1629235510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License Licensed in CA · A112582
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John 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 ID6103002225
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110525000266
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 16

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.

Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777
Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.
19,505 services66 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
2,578 services861 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
1,577 services230 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
1,446 services118 patients
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
1,384 services732 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
824 services327 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Englewood Hospital And Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Englewood, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310045
Location350 Engle StEnglewood, NJ 07631 · Bergen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92653 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%75 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
62%244 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

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.

Massage Therapist
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE B7
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Specialist
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 204
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 108
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Internal Medicine
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 310
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 206A
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Marriage & Family Therapist
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, 206A
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Dentist (General Practice)
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 112
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Internal Medicine
23521 PASEO DE VALENCIA, SUITE 108
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653

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 John Hwang's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Hwang is 1629235510. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2008.

Where is John Hwang located?

John Hwang practices at 23521 Paseo De Valencia Suite 207, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. The listed phone number is (949) 707-5125.

What is John Hwang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is John Hwang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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.

Is John Hwang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Hwang is affiliated with Englewood Hospital And Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Hwang was last updated on March 27, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.