Irene Hwang, M.D.
Irene Hwang is a Family Medicine specialist based in Kahuku, HI with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Irene Hwang, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Kahuku, HI. Trained at State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (class of 2008), she has been practicing for over 18 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
Older · 3713dNPPES updated 2016-03-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Hawaii Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.01%
Hawaii avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
11.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
83
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
198
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,252
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $385k
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
18 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
61-175 Punalau Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712-1353
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Irene Hwang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Irene Hwang for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Kahuku required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irene Hwang
NPI records show Dr. Hwang as active with telehealth listed in Kahuku, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 293-9261.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Irene Hwang
Practice Location
56-119 Pualalea St, Kahuku, HI 96731-2052
Mailing Address
61-175 Punalau Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712-1353
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