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RUTH ANN ACKERMANN M.D.
NPI 1336175082
Anesthesiology in Torrance, CA

Active since June 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE #110, TORRANCE, CA 90505(310) 325-4555(310) 325-5005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Ruth Ann Ackermann M.d. NPPES

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

RUTH ANN ACKERMANN M.D. (NPI 1336175082) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (A46287) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336175082
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameRUTH ANN ACKERMANNCredential: M.D.
Location Address3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE #110Torrance, CA 90505-6658
Mailing AddressPo Box 4148Torrance, CA 90510-4148 · (310) 792-3914 · Fax (310) 792-3621
Phone(310) 325-4555
Fax(310) 325-5005
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1336175082 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A46287
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, Torrance, CA 90505
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ruth Ann Ackermann M.d. 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 ID6800829581
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050913001278
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ruth Ackermann reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Perioperative Anesthesia Consultants
3.4 mi
Anesthesiology
371 VAN NESS WAY STE 210
Torrance, CA 90501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568976447 (310) 792-3914

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 7

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
112 services111 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
64 services63 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902
Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.
46 services46 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
29 services29 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
19 services18 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810
Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
12 services11 patients

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.

DR. ANGUS R MACDONALD MD
Ophthalmology
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 602-5060
DR. SHEILA W FORTE' DC,MUAC
Chiropractor (Orthopedic)
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE 300
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 325-3044
MADISON PARK SURGERY & LASER CENTER
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE 250
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 530-2900
VERNON RAPHAEL WILSON M.D.
Dermatology
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE 220
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 937-9200
JULIE YEN URONE PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, #200
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 530-7244
SHIRLEY JASLYN CHUY-ORTIZ PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 370-1200
SOUTH BAY SURGICAL CENTER GROUP, INC.
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, SUITE 250
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (818) 990-9080
DR. DEBORAH K LYNN M.D.
Anesthesiology
3445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, STE 110
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Los Angeles County (310) 325-4555

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 Ruth Ackermann's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Ackermann is 1336175082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2006.

Where is Ruth Ackermann located?

Ruth Ackermann practices at 3445 Pacific Coast Hwy Suite #110, Torrance, CA 90505. The listed phone number is (310) 325-4555.

What is Ruth Ackermann's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Ruth Ackermann enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Ackermann 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 organization bills Medicare for Ruth Ackermann's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ruth Ackermann reassigns Medicare benefits to Perioperative Anesthesia Consultants (Torrance, CA). The 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 Ruth Ackermann'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 Ruth Ackermann was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.