Summary

Dr. Peter Hwang specializes in orthopedic surgery and otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing 35 years of medical experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. Dr. Hwang is board-certified in their specialties and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Hwang practices at Stanford Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They have extensive expertise in treating sinusitis, chronic sinusitis, and nasal polyps. Their surgical skills include performing endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy procedures, along with conducting pathology tests for accurate diagnosis. Patients rate Dr. Hwang 4.4 out of 5 stars for their care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Peter Hwang has 2 locations

Peter Hwang

801 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Peter Hwang

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAPleasanton , CARedwood City , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Saint Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Peter Hwang

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Hometown Health
  • Hometown Health - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Peter Hwang has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Peter Hwang has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • General Orthopedics
  • Nasal Obstruction
  • Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures (ENT)
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Peter Hwang holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Peter Hwang's NPI number is 1629127428.

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