Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Hongha Vu James, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
- NPI 1174798805
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.7 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1450 Treat Blvd, Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 945972168
(925) 296-7340
fax (925) 296-9042
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 17, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A143635 · Missouri #2013013936
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174798805. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
799
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$119,864
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 183 | 181 | $115 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 127 | 123 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 109 | 97 | $149 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 99 | 97 | $283 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 73 | 73 | $189 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 70 | 50 | $90 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 64 | 64 | $197 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 27 | 26 | $130 | |
43255 |
Control of bleeding of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 19 | 19 | $198 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 14 | $197 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Walnut Creek Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 54. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$698
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 6 | $353.10 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $141.53 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 5 | $113.23 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 2 | $67.15 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $23.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
923
Patients
369
Total drug cost
$117,340
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 252 | 100 | $3,528 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 226 | 76 | $4,579 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 102 | 101 | $7,928 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 99 | 40 | $1,800 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 46 | 18 | $1,409 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 36 | 34 | $613 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $31,700 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 27 | 0 | $33,063 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 25 | 0 | $3,612 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 20 | 0 | $863 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Hongha Vu James's medical specialty?
Dr. Hongha Vu James practices Gastroenterology Physician in Walnut Creek, CA.
Where does Dr. Hongha Vu James practice?
Dr. Hongha Vu James practices at 1450 Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 945972168. Office phone: 9252967340.
What is Dr. Hongha Vu James's NPI?
Dr. Hongha Vu James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174798805, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Hongha Vu James accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Hongha Vu James accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Hongha Vu James commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.