Joseph C. Hung, MD
Joseph C. Hung is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Stamford, CT with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joseph C. Hung, MD practices as part of a group pain medicine anesthesiology specialist practice in Stamford, CT. He has been practicing since 2007 — over 19 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 99% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Hospital for Special Surgery - Stamford 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT 06902
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 99% of doctors in Connecticut on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 1% of MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.57%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
8.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
156
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
92
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
280
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Apr 11, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450653
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Joseph C. Hung
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph C. Hung for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Stamford 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 Joseph C. Hung
Dr. Hung is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Stamford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 705-0870.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph C. Hung
Practice Location
Hospital for Special Surgery - Stamford 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT 06902
Mailing Address
Hospital for Special Surgery - Stamford 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT 06902
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