Summary

Dr. James Hwang treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetes type 2 in children and teens, and hypertension, and performs comprehensive metabolic panel and diabetic nephropathy screening. He has practiced family medicine for 33 years and is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center. Dr. Hwang earned his DO from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hwang 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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33 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, French, Spanish
Riverside , CAUpland , CAPlacentia , CANorco , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Western University of Health Sciences Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James S Hwang

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James S Hwang has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James S Hwang has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Stroke
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. James S Hwang holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Hwang's NPI number is 1558419473.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Hwang accepting new patients?
Dr. James Hwang has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Hwang's office located?
Dr. James Hwang's office is located at 10800 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, 92505.
Does Dr. James Hwang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Hwang has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Hwang affiliated with?
Dr. James Hwang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Hwang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Hwang accepts on their Vitals profile.

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