Yong Gil Hwang, MD
NPI 1578767141 · Rheumatology Physician · Murrysville, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yong Gil Hwang, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Murrysville, PA (NPI 1578767141).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578767141
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD448186 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
356 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 132 | $121 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 80 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 64 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 25 | $158 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 22 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 65 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 734 | 166 |
| Prednisone | 653 | 225 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 548 | 109 |
| Gabapentin | 270 | 66 |
| Methylprednisolone | 203 | 92 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 152 | 18 |
| Celecoxib | 123 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2023-02-10
- Certified
- 2023-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yong Gil Hwang's NPI number?
- Yong Gil Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578767141, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yong Gil Hwang's specialty?
- Yong Gil Hwang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yong Gil Hwang located?
- Yong Gil Hwang's practice location on file with NPPES is 4448 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville, PA 15668-1929.
- What is Yong Gil Hwang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yong Gil Hwang is (412) 858-0338.
- Does Yong Gil Hwang accept Medicare?
- Yong Gil Hwang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yong Gil Hwang's NPI active?
- Yes — Yong Gil Hwang's NPI (1578767141) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.