Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Kuwahara, M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program (CMS: Obstetrics/Gynecology) · Hilo, HI
- NPI 1922361203
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
75 Puuhonu Place 202
Hilo, HI 967201032
(808) 203-6518
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 25, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 390200000X — NUCC code
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922361203. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
591
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$38,656
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 181 | 109 | $92 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 126 | 100 | $58 | |
G0101 |
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination | 103 | 103 | $38 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 96 | 46 | $15 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 64 | 47 | $130 | |
Q0091 |
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory | 21 | 21 | $47 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$230
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 5 | $107.88 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 3 | $78.74 | |
| Exeltis, USA Inc. | 2 | $43.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
293
Patients
104
Total drug cost
$138,923
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 113 | 38 | $2,059 |
| Prolia (Denosumab) | Brand | 88 | 48 | $133,869 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 37 | 0 | $1,554 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 21 | 18 | $552 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 19 | 0 | $90 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $798 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Kuwahara's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Kuwahara practices Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in Hilo, HI.
Where does Dr. Melissa Kuwahara practice?
Dr. Melissa Kuwahara practices at 75 Puuhonu Place 202, Hilo, HI 967201032. Office phone: 8082036518.
What is Dr. Melissa Kuwahara's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Kuwahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922361203, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Kuwahara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Kuwahara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Kuwahara commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination (HCPCS G0101). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.