Eric Hwang, MD
NPI 1538620802 · Ophthalmology Physician · Fullerton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Hwang, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Fullerton, CA (NPI 1538620802).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538620802
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A184627 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,836 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 347 | $99 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 313 | $45 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 241 | $139 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 195 | $122 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 194 | $71 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 184 | $37 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,553 | 364 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 961 | 312 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 585 | 176 |
| Cyclosporine | 365 | 180 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 315 | 260 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 281 | 150 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 245 | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$477 across 20 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 12828 Harbor Blvd Ste 330Garden Grove, CA 92840-5834Phone: (714) 534-8100Fax: (714) 534-1345
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-03-28
- Last updated
- 2025-07-17
- Certified
- 2025-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Hwang's NPI number?
- Eric Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538620802, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Hwang's specialty?
- Eric Hwang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Hwang located?
- Eric Hwang's practice location on file with NPPES is 1950 Sunny Crest Dr Ste 3200, Fullerton, CA 92835-3646.
- What is Eric Hwang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Hwang is (714) 278-1834.
- Does Eric Hwang accept Medicare?
- Eric Hwang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Hwang's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Hwang's NPI (1538620802) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.