DR. CHAD TAKAO SHIMAZAKI O.D.
NPI 1871587972
Optometrist in Torrance, CA

Q: What is Chad Shimazaki's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chad Shimazaki is 1871587972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2005.

Q: What is Chad Shimazaki's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chad Shimazaki was last updated on July 25, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.

Active since September 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, SUITE B, TORRANCE, CA 90504(310) 532-8900(310) 532-4079 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Chad Takao Shimazaki O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHAD TAKAO SHIMAZAKI O.D. (NPI 1871587972) is an individual optometrist in Torrance, California, licensed in California (12858T) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871587972

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHAD TAKAO SHIMAZAKICredential: O.D.

Location Address17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, SUITE BTorrance, CA 90504-3400

Mailing Address17430 Crenshaw Blvd, Suite BTorrance, CA 90504-3400 · (310) 532-8900 · Fax (310) 532-4079

Phone(310) 532-8900

Fax(310) 532-4079

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateSeptember 2, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 2013

✔ NPI 1871587972 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 · 12858T

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.

17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, Torrance, CA 90504

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINGF283ACA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Chad Takao Shimazaki O.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 ID5294752309

PECOS Enrollment IDI20051027001243

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims

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 complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90504 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

$142.39 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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 3

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

DR. TAKAO SHIMAZAKI O.D.

Optometrist

17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, SUITE B
TORRANCE, CA 90504

Los Angeles County (310) 532-8900

NORTH TORRANCE OPTOMETRY

Optometrist

17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, SUITE B
TORRANCE, CA 90504

Los Angeles County (310) 532-8900

DR. MICHAEL MAYEDA O.D.

Optometrist

17430 CRENSHAW BLVD, SUITE B
TORRANCE, CA 90504

Los Angeles County (310) 532-8900

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 Chad Shimazaki's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chad Shimazaki is 1871587972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2005.

Where is Chad Shimazaki located?

Chad Shimazaki practices at 17430 Crenshaw Blvd Suite B, Torrance, CA 90504. The listed phone number is (310) 532-8900.

What is Chad Shimazaki's specialty?

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

Is Chad Shimazaki enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chad Shimazaki 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.

What insurance does Chad Shimazaki accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Chad Shimazaki 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 Chad Shimazaki was last updated on July 25, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.