Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Monterey Park, CA
- NPI 1275634248
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
120 E Emerson Ave
Monterey Park, CA 917551709
(626) 280-0676
fax (626) 280-2694
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A41098
- Medicaid
- CA #00A410980
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275634248. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,802
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$840,277
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 973 | 118 | $374 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 928 | 243 | $83 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 870 | 266 | $125 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 545 | 297 | $98 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 486 | 206 | $139 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 335 | 40 | $310 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 163 | 47 | $16 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 147 | 134 | $137 | |
J3420 |
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg | 80 | 26 | $1 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 71 | 71 | $180 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 369. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$90
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | 2 | $50.30 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $22.42 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $16.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,011
Patients
1,008
Total drug cost
$138,703
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 637 | 177 | $9,216 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 445 | 93 | $7,500 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | Generic | 404 | 105 | $13,272 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 298 | 69 | $5,580 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 288 | 85 | $3,966 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 255 | 74 | $4,466 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 252 | 65 | $4,964 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 230 | 57 | $1,453 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 219 | 44 | $2,978 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 204 | 50 | $21,384 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu's medical specialty?
Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu practices Nephrology Physician in Monterey Park, CA.
Where does Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu practice?
Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu practices at 120 E Emerson Ave, Monterey Park, CA 917551709. Office phone: 6262800676.
What is Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu's NPI?
Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275634248, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.