Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Waihong Chung
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Fairhaven, MA
- NPI 1942694245
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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208 Mill RD
Fairhaven, MA 027195208
(508) 973-2661
fax (508) 973-0314 - Mailing address
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200 Mill RD Ste 180
Fairhaven, MA 027195255
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 20, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #290422
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942694245. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,062
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$160,409
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 206 | 118 | $120 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 119 | 119 | $95 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 114 | 103 | $175 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 107 | 107 | $248 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 88 | 73 | $181 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 79 | 54 | $80 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 61 | 61 | $122 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 53 | 51 | $144 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 38 | 38 | $224 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 32 | $176 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Fairhaven Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,413
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 3 | $336.97 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 4 | $296.98 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $204.34 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 2 | $154.18 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $151.49 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $135.07 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $118.05 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $15.67 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
435
Patients
144
Total drug cost
$74,451
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 153 | 56 | $3,679 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 98 | 48 | $2,031 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 54 | 17 | $1,297 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 34 | 0 | $30,893 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 24 | 11 | $31,830 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $640 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 16 | 0 | $3,227 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $275 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 12 | 12 | $164 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $416 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Waihong Chung's medical specialty?
Dr. Waihong Chung practices Gastroenterology Physician in Fairhaven, MA.
Where does Dr. Waihong Chung practice?
Dr. Waihong Chung practices at 208 Mill RD, Fairhaven, MA 027195208. Office phone: 5089732661.
What is Dr. Waihong Chung's NPI?
Dr. Waihong Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942694245, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Waihong Chung accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Waihong Chung accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Waihong Chung commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.