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DR. DUANE HIROSHI SHIMIZU O.D.
NPI 1093858599
Optometrist in Torrance, CA

Active since February 14, 2007
21840 HAWTHORNE BLVD, TORRANCE, CA 90503(310) 371-4119 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Duane Hiroshi Shimizu O.d. NPPES

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

DR. DUANE HIROSHI SHIMIZU O.D. (NPI 1093858599) is an individual optometrist in Torrance, California, licensed in California (9358T) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093858599
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DUANE HIROSHI SHIMIZUCredential: O.D.
Location Address21840 HAWTHORNE BLVDTorrance, CA 90503-7000
Mailing Address6005 Hereford DrLos Angeles, CA 90022-5226
Phone(310) 371-4119
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateFebruary 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1093858599 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 9358T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
21840 HAWTHORNE BLVD, Torrance, CA 90503
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Accepted Insurance

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

USV OPTICAL INC
Eyewear Supplier
21840 HAWTHORNE BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90503
Los Angeles County (310) 371-4119

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 Duane Shimizu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Duane Shimizu is 1093858599. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 14, 2007.

Where is Duane Shimizu located?

Duane Shimizu practices at 21840 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503. The listed phone number is (310) 371-4119.

What is Duane Shimizu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

What insurance does Duane Shimizu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list Duane Shimizu as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Duane Shimizu was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.