DR. JAN FRONEK M.D.
NPI 1770559171
Orthopaedic Surgery in La Jolla, CA

Active since February 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10710 N TORREY PINES RD, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 554-7980 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Jan Fronek M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAN FRONEK M.D. (NPI 1770559171) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (G42375) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770559171
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAN FRONEKCredential: M.D.
Location Address10710 N TORREY PINES RDLa Jolla, CA 92037-1035
Mailing Address10790 Rancho Bernardo RdSan Diego, CA 92127-5705 · (858) 554-7980
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateFebruary 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 2020
✔ NPI 1770559171 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G42375
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
10710 N TORREY PINES RD, La Jolla, CA 92037

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00G423750CA

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

Dr. Jan Fronek 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 ID7113092941
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080813000646
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 Jan Fronek reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Multi-Specialty
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,598 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 6

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.
225 services152 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
129 services107 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.
124 services124 patients
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg J1040
Methylprednisolone acetate is a strong anti-inflammatory medication. It is often given as an 80 mg injection to reduce inflammation and pain. It's commonly used for conditions like arthritis, allergic disorders, or other inflammatory diseases.
32 services30 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882
A limited ultrasound scan of a joint or other extremity structure lacking blood vessels is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your body. This helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions related to your joints or other similar structures.
26 services25 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.
13 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$105.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Emergency Medicine
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Orthopaedic Surgery
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Colon & Rectal Surgery
10710 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037

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 Jan Fronek's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jan Fronek is 1770559171. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 24, 2006.

Where is Jan Fronek located?

Jan Fronek practices at 10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 554-7980.

What is Jan Fronek's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Jan Fronek enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jan Fronek 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 Jan Fronek's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jan Fronek reassigns Medicare benefits to Scripps Health (La Jolla, 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 Jan Fronek'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 Jan Fronek was last updated on January 29, 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.