HOWARD HAO-WEI YANG MD
NPI 1730522640
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Santa Monica, CA

Active since April 10, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 582-6350(310) 582-6352 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 25, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 10, 2019, Jun 15, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Howard Hao-wei Yang Md NPPES

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

HOWARD HAO-WEI YANG MD (NPI 1730522640) is an individual rheumatology provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A143087) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Santa Monica, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730522640
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD HAO-WEI YANGCredential: MD
Location Address2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540Santa Monica, CA 90404
Mailing Address5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
Fax(310) 582-6352
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJune 25, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1730522640 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in CA · A143087
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540Santa Monica, CA 90404 · Phone (310) 582-6350 · Fax (310) 582-6352

Other Identifiers 1

Other6511HI · Mdr

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

Howard Hao-wei Yang 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 ID3274881362
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180806003334
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 10

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
277 services97 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
175 services91 patients
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.
139 services115 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882
A limited ultrasound scan of a joint or other extremity structure lacking blood vessels is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your body. This helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions related to your joints or other similar structures.
79 services58 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
76 services44 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
74 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 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
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

86.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.93
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.73

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2020 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 540
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

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 Howard Yang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Yang is 1730522640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2013.

Where is Howard Yang located?

Howard Yang practices at 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 582-6350.

What is Howard Yang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Howard Yang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Yang 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Yang was last updated on June 25, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.