Dr. Caroline Hwang

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 19+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Caroline Hwang, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Orange, California. She attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 2005, having over 19 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Lac+Usc Medical Center, Usc Kenneth Norris Jr Cancer Hospital, Keck Hospital Of Usc. Dr. Caroline Hwang also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Usc Care Medical Group Inc. Dr. Caroline Hwang accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Caroline Hwang at 2601 E Chapman Ave to request Dr. Caroline Hwang the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2601 E Chapman Ave
Orange, CA 92869-3226


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Caroline Hwang
Gender Female
PECOS ID 0941374375
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 19 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Caroline Hwang attended and graduated from University Of California, Ucla School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1003090085
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, December 26, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, March 10, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Caroline Hwang

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Caroline Hwang has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 19 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Usc Care Medical Group Inc


Practice Locations

2601 E Chapman Ave
Orange, CA 92869-3226
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 6, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, March 10, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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