Summary

Dr. James Hwang is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. He completed his residency training at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center and brings 33 years of experience to his practice.

Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, where he provides care in Riverside, California. His clinical expertise focuses on managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and younger patients. He also treats high blood pressure and provides comprehensive health screenings to monitor kidney function in diabetic patients. Patients rate Dr. Hwang 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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33 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Spanish
Riverside , CASeal Beach , CAPomona , CANorco , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
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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 active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active 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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Dr. James Hwang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center.

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