Michael Hwang, MD
NPI 1649341603 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Hwang, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1649341603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649341603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A60430 (CA)
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
13 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 13 | $68 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $68–$68 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 959 | 338 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 492 | 323 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 349 | 122 |
| Cyclosporine | 156 | 56 |
| Timolol Maleate | 113 | 39 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 96 | 38 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 49 | 38 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-13
- Last updated
- 2021-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Hwang's NPI number?
- Michael Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649341603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Hwang's specialty?
- Michael Hwang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Hwang located?
- Michael Hwang's practice location on file with NPPES is 6041 Cadillac Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034-1702.
- What is Michael Hwang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Hwang is (323) 857-2000.
- Does Michael Hwang accept Medicare?
- Michael Hwang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Hwang's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Hwang's NPI (1649341603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.