Yong Gil Hwang, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Yong Gil Hwang, MD has practiced internal medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 27+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1181dNPPES updated 2023-02-10 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4448 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville, PA 15668-1929
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202377.51/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.74%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Pennsylvania0.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
208
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
697
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,286
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.40M
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 (+3%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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.
Board certified · Feb 9, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
27 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Yong Gil Hwang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Yong Gil Hwang for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Murrysville 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 Yong Gil Hwang
Dr. Hwang is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Murrysville, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 858-0338.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Yong Gil Hwang
Practice Location
4448 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville, PA 15668-1929
Mailing Address
4448 Old William Penn Hwy, Murrysville, PA 15668-1929
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