Young Kwak, M.D.
NPI 1922443464 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Young Kwak, M.D. is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1922443464).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922443464
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A165830 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 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
2,070 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 351 | $8 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 258 | $698 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 168 | $137 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 165 | $84 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 139 | $45 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 180 | 142 |
| Ketoconazole | 80 | 41 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 57 | 36 |
| Cephalexin | 49 | 43 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 45 | 27 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide | 31 | 19 |
| Desonide | 22 | 21 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,413 across 56 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
- 2013-05-09
- Last updated
- 2026-03-13
- Certified
- 2026-03-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Young Kwak's NPI number?
- Young Kwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922443464, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Young Kwak's specialty?
- Young Kwak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Young Kwak located?
- Young Kwak's practice location on file with NPPES is 2921 Palo Verde Ave Ste 102, Long Beach, CA 90815-1561.
- What is Young Kwak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Young Kwak is (562) 999-3483.
- Does Young Kwak accept Medicare?
- Young Kwak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Young Kwak's NPI active?
- Yes — Young Kwak's NPI (1922443464) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.