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DR. JOSEPH W BAEK M.D.
NPI 1881035145
Anesthesiology in Torrance, CA

Active since July 15, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 W CARSON ST # 461, TORRANCE, CA 90502(310) 222-2700(310) 533-1841 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph W Baek M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH W BAEK M.D. (NPI 1881035145) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (132845) and active in the NPI registry since July 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881035145
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH W BAEKCredential: M.D.
Location Address1000 W CARSON ST # 461Torrance, CA 90502-2004
Mailing Address1000 W Carson St # 461Torrance, CA 90502-2004 · (310) 222-2700 · Fax (310) 533-1841
Phone(310) 222-2700
Fax(310) 533-1841
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 2019
✔ NPI 1881035145 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 132845
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.
1000 W CARSON ST # 461, Torrance, CA 90502
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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. Joseph W Baek 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 ID2163798638
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171027001863
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Baek reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Torrance Anesthesia Medical Group Inc.
3.3 mi
Anesthesiology
3330 LOMITA BLVD
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 78 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902824642 (310) 325-9110
First Choice Physician Partners
15 mi
Gynecology
5152 KATELLA AVE, #106
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 488 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427479203 (562) 431-5000
Cep America - Anesthesia PC
37 mi
Anesthesiology
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 833 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1861373631 (949) 837-4500
Premier Anesthesia Of California, PC
341 mi
Anesthesiology
6001 NORRIS CANYON RD
San Ramon, CA 94583
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 176 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770691859 (925) 275-9200
John Muir Trauma Physicians Billing Service
351 mi
Hospitalist
1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 810 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093864837 (925) 947-5331

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 4

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 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.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
12 services12 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. KEISHA KING M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2700
DR. MARIANNA SARKISSYAN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-8070
DR. MICHAEL REYNA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2700
MARILEE FISHER MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-8070
KRISTEN NORDHAM MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-8070
DR. KATHERINE ANNE PETROVICH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-8070
DR. ROGELIO ENRIQUE MOLINA MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (424) 306-8070
HAYOUNG PARK
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1000 W CARSON ST # 461, HARBOR-UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
TORRANCE, CA 90502
Los Angeles County (310) 222-2700

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 Joseph Baek's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Baek is 1881035145. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2013.

Where is Joseph Baek located?

Joseph Baek practices at 1000 W Carson St # 461, Torrance, CA 90502. The listed phone number is (310) 222-2700.

What is Joseph Baek's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Baek enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Baek 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 Joseph Baek's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Baek reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Torrance Anesthesia Medical Group Inc. (Torrance, CA), First Choice Physician Partners (Los Alamitos, CA), Cep America - Anesthesia PC (Laguna Hills, CA), Premier Anesthesia Of California, PC (San Ramon, CA) and John Muir Trauma Physicians Billing Service (Walnut Creek, 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 Joseph Baek'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 Joseph Baek was last updated on May 23, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.