Joseph Hwang
NPI 1902460603 · Physician Assistant · Hartselle, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Hwang is a Physician Assistant provider in Hartselle, AL (NPI 1902460603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902460603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2426 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
551 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 97 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 89 | $98 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 | 49 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $72 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 38 | $9 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Respiratory Syncytial Virus87807 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 31 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 23 | 23 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 16 | 15 |
| Amoxicillin | 15 | 15 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 14 | 14 |
| Fluconazole | 14 | 12 |
| Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavirbrand: Paxlovid | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$82 across 2 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-04-28
- Last updated
- 2026-02-23
- Certified
- 2026-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Hwang's NPI number?
- Joseph Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902460603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Hwang's specialty?
- Joseph Hwang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joseph Hwang located?
- Joseph Hwang's practice location on file with NPPES is 1199 Highway 31 Nw, Hartselle, AL 35640-4464.
- What is Joseph Hwang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Hwang is (256) 965-3010.
- Does Joseph Hwang accept Medicare?
- Joseph Hwang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Hwang's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Hwang's NPI (1902460603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.