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BENJAMIN ALBERT FURST MD
NPI 1033214010
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Torrance, CA

Active since September 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 W CARSON ST, TORRANCE, CA 90502(424) 306-5700(310) 328-7217 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 2, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Benjamin Albert Furst Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BENJAMIN ALBERT FURST MD (NPI 1033214010) is an individual psychiatry provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (A81540) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033214010
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN ALBERT FURSTCredential: MD
Location Address1000 W CARSON STTorrance, CA 90502-2004
Mailing Address1000 W Carson St, Box 8Torrance, CA 90502-2004 · (310) 222-3105 · Fax (310) 222-1815
Phone(424) 306-5700
Fax(310) 328-7217
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 2, 2020
✔ NPI 1033214010 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A81540
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1000 W CARSON ST, Torrance, CA 90502
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A815400CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin Albert Furst Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3678591617
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051108000427
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Benjamin Furst reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

County Of Los Angeles
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
1000 W CARSON ST # 2
Torrance, CA 90502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,939 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851363188 (310) 222-2171
Los Angeles County Department Of Mental Health
Same address
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
1000 W CARSON ST, N26A
Torrance, CA 90502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 533 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447283072 (424) 492-3100
Special Service For Groups, Inc.
2.0 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
879 W 190TH ST, SUITES 320 350 360 380 390
Gardena, CA 90248
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 131 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669503629 (310) 323-6887

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
47 services23 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
41 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
35 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
32 services16 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
21 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90502 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$187.60 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MISS BRITTANY IRVINE M.A.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2345
DEPAREMENT OF MANTAL HEALTH
Case Management
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-1648
DINA M MEZA
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1000 W CARSON ST, HEAD AND NECK BOX 6
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2741
MARIA GUADALUPE VALADEZ
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (559) 789-1327
ESTEBAN COTA
Specialist
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2345
MS. DAWN MARIE TLUSTY RN
Registered Nurse (Infusion Therapy)
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-1906
DR. NICOLE MOORE MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2345
KENTON YUJI SAKURAI
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1000 W CARSON ST
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-4000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Benjamin Furst's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Furst is 1033214010. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2006.

Where is Benjamin Furst located?

Benjamin Furst practices at 1000 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90502. The listed phone number is (424) 306-5700.

What is Benjamin Furst's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Benjamin Furst enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Furst is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Benjamin Furst's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Benjamin Furst reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: County Of Los Angeles (Torrance, CA), Los Angeles County Department Of Mental Health (Torrance, CA) and Special Service For Groups, Inc. (Gardena, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Benjamin Furst's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Furst was last updated on January 2, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.