DR. JOE NAKAGAWA MD
NPI 1346257854
Emergency Medicine in Torrance, CA

Active since August 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3330 LOMITA BLVD, TORRANCE, CA 90505(310) 517-4785 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Joe Nakagawa Md NPPES

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

DR. JOE NAKAGAWA MD (NPI 1346257854) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (A078943) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346257854
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOE NAKAGAWACredential: MD
Location Address3330 LOMITA BLVDTorrance, CA 90505-5002
Mailing Address3330 Lomita BlvdTorrance, CA 90505-5002 · (310) 517-4785
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1346257854 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A078943
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
3330 LOMITA BLVD, Torrance, CA 90505

Other Identifiers 2

OtherWA78943CCA · Medicare Ppin
Medicare UPINH99326CA

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

Dr. Joe Nakagawa 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 ID1153219399
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040309000345
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 Joe Nakagawa reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
3330 LOMITA BLVD
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 49 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
3330 LOMITA BLVD
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 106 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
3333 SKYPARK DR, SUITE 100
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 388 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.
37 services37 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
18 services18 patients
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.
17 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
13 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90505 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Emergency Medicine
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Emergency Medicine
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Anesthesiology
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505
Dietitian, Registered
3330 LOMITA BLVD
TORRANCE, CA 90505

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 Joe Nakagawa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joe Nakagawa is 1346257854. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2006.

Where is Joe Nakagawa located?

Joe Nakagawa practices at 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505. The listed phone number is (310) 517-4785.

What is Joe Nakagawa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Joe Nakagawa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joe Nakagawa 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 Joe Nakagawa's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joe Nakagawa reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Torrance Emergency Physicians, Inc (Torrance, CA), Torrance Memorial Medical Center (Torrance, CA) and Torrance Health Association Inc (Torrance, 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 Joe Nakagawa'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 Joe Nakagawa was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.