Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Josephine Hwu, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Monterey Park, CA
- NPI 1194170894
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
120 E Emerson Ave
Monterey Park, CA 917551709
(626) 280-0676
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 29, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A154264
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194170894. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
565
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$63,169
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 291 | 85 | $125 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 184 | 58 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 49 | 48 | $137 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 23 | 21 | $98 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 14 | $139 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 369. This provider delivers 1.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$167
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $100.25 | |
| AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | 1 | $27.65 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $22.42 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $16.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
355
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$41,687
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 45 | 17 | $556 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 38 | 14 | $615 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 35 | 12 | $234 |
| Januvia (Sitagliptin Phosphate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $20,561 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 25 | 0 | $346 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $1,147 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 23 | 0 | $3,170 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $179 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $683 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 19 | 0 | $423 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Josephine Hwu's medical specialty?
Dr. Josephine Hwu practices Nephrology Physician in Monterey Park, CA.
Where does Dr. Josephine Hwu practice?
Dr. Josephine Hwu practices at 120 E Emerson Ave, Monterey Park, CA 917551709. Office phone: 6262800676.
What is Dr. Josephine Hwu's NPI?
Dr. Josephine Hwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194170894, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Josephine Hwu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Josephine Hwu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Josephine Hwu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.