Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steve Kwak, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Van Nuys, CA
- NPI 1013131705
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.6 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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6815 Noble Ave
Van Nuys, CA 914053796
(818) 901-6600 - Additional location
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730 Palisade Ave
Teaneck, NJ 076663144
(201) 353-9000 - Mailing address
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5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 7, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A105407 · Massachusetts #221683
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013131705. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,353
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$206,363
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 864 | 18 | $17 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 385 | 291 | $139 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 228 | 171 | $121 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 171 | 138 | $8 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 145 | 120 | $39 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 136 | 110 | $52 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 127 | 104 | $98 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 85 | 85 | $179 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 67 | 32 | $127 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 31 | 30 | $51 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Van Nuys Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 167. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19,295
Transactions
59
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 20 | $13,967.67 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 13 | $1,468.90 | |
| Saxum Surgical, INC. | 5 | $1,409.49 | |
| DePuy Synthes Products, INC. | 2 | $1,046.00 | |
| Arthrex, INC. | 2 | $451.35 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 4 | $258.35 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 7 | $217.83 | |
| Innovation Technologies INC | 1 | $168.97 | |
| Arcuro Medical INC | 1 | $163.64 | |
| Kinamed, INC. | 1 | $58.43 | |
| Nalu Medical, INC. | 2 | $47.13 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 1 | $37.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
161
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$2,705
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 68 | 30 | $1,203 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 18 | $87 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 14 | 0 | $878 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $159 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $128 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $50 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $84 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $117 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steve Kwak's medical specialty?
Dr. Steve Kwak practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Van Nuys, CA.
Where does Dr. Steve Kwak practice?
Dr. Steve Kwak practices at 6815 Noble Ave, Van Nuys, CA 914053796. Office phone: 8189016600.
What is Dr. Steve Kwak's NPI?
Dr. Steve Kwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013131705, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steve Kwak accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steve Kwak accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steve Kwak commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg (HCPCS J3304); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance (HCPCS 20611). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.