WILSON B. CHWANG MD, PHD – NPI #1174751879
Radiology

A licensed physician, who has completed a residency program in Neurology, and who has additional training, experience, and competence in the standards of performance and interpretation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI / MRA) of the head, spine, and peripheral nerves, and Computed Tomography (CT) of the head and spine. Physicians are trained in the administration of contrast media and the recognition and treatment of adverse reactions to contrast media. Neuroimaging training encompasses thorough knowledge of clinical neurology, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, and dynamics of cerebrospinal fluid circulation. Physicians possess special expertise in the technical aspects and clinical applications of each of the modalities and techniques of neuroimaging.

Health Care Provider Taxonomy Code for Radiology

WILSON CHWANG is a radiologist located in STANFORD, CA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1174751879 to WILSON CHWANG on July 01, 2009. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2085D0003X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Neuroimaging

The NPI profile was previously updated about 2 years ago on Apr 05, 2024. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for WILSON CHWANG below.

NPI Profile for
WILSON B. CHWANG

NPI Number
1174751879
Enumeration Date

(about 17 years ago)
Entity Type
Type-1  Individual (Male)
Legal Name
WILSON B. CHWANG
Credentials
MD, PHD
Primary location
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305-2200
Phone: (650) 723-4000 Fax:
Mailing address
1804 EMBARCADERO RD
STE 100
PALO ALTO, CA 94303-3341
Phone: Fax:
Sole Proprietor
No
Updated
Certification Date
Apr 05, 2024

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Taxonomy Code(s)

A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.

Taxonomy Classification / Specialization State License
2085D0003X
- Radiology / Diagnostic Neuroimaging (Primary)		 CA A127968
2085R0202X
- Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology		 CA A127968

The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.

Additional Information

Education
BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE - Graduated 2009
Accepts Medicare
This provider accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. The Medicare-approved amount is the total the provider can be paid. When a provider accepts the Medicare-approved amount as payment, you won't be billed for more than the Medicare deductible & coinsureance.
Medicare Ordering & Referring
Provider can:
  • Refer to Part B
  • Order Durable Medical Equipment
  • Refer to Home Health Agency
  • Order Power Mobility Devices
Affiliations
WILSON CHWANG is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
  • HOSPITAL
    • ALTA BATES SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER
      350 HAWTHORNE AVENUE
      OAKLAND, CA 94609
    • EDEN MEDICAL CENTER
      20103 LAKE CHABOT ROAD
      CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94546
    • JOHN MUIR MEDICAL CENTER - CONCORD CAMPUS
      2540 EAST ST
      CONCORD, CA 94520
    • JOHN MUIR MEDICAL CENTER - WALNUT CREEK CAMPUS
      1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
      WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
    • STANFORD HEALTH CARE
      300 PASTEUR DRIVE
      STANFORD, CA 94305

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