Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Kahwaji, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1740349489
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4760 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 900276063
(323) 783-4011 - Mailing address
-
393 E Walnut St, 3Rd Floor Phr Systems
Pasadena, CA 911880001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 1, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A84085
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740349489. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
73
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$8,654
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 58 | 23 | $113 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 15 | 11 | $139 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 51 peers in Los Angeles Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 251. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$30
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $29.70 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
523
Patients
212
Total drug cost
$24,306
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 81 | 41 | $764 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 70 | 30 | $966 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 65 | 28 | $882 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 39 | 26 | $370 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 31 | 12 | $972 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 27 | 12 | $423 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 27 | 14 | $1,259 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 25 | 12 | $278 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $215 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 24 | 12 | $403 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Kahwaji's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Kahwaji practices Nephrology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Kahwaji practice?
Dr. Joseph Kahwaji practices at 4760 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 900276063. Office phone: 3237834011.
What is Dr. Joseph Kahwaji's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Kahwaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740349489, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Kahwaji accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Kahwaji accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Kahwaji commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99443). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.