Paul Kwo, M.D.
NPI 1578527008 · Gastroenterology Physician · Stanford, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Kwo, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Stanford, CA (NPI 1578527008).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578527008
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01043753 (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
785 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 305 | $92 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 127 | $88 |
| Measurement of Liver Stiffness91200 | 80 | $12 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 42 | $18 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 40 | $133 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 87 | 15 |
| Ursodiol | 73 | 14 |
| Carvedilol | 65 | 17 |
| Tenofovir Alafenamidebrand: Vemlidy | 63 | — |
| Entecavir | 62 | 12 |
| Tacrolimus | 62 | 13 |
| Spironolactone | 41 | 15 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21,057 across 16 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)
- 1804 Embarcadero RdSte 100Palo Alto, CA 94303Phone: (650) 497-9067
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-13
- Last updated
- 2024-04-25
- Certified
- 2024-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Kwo's NPI number?
- Paul Kwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578527008, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Kwo's specialty?
- Paul Kwo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Kwo located?
- Paul Kwo's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200.
- What is Paul Kwo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Kwo is (650) 723-4000.
- Does Paul Kwo accept Medicare?
- Paul Kwo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Kwo's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Kwo's NPI (1578527008) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.