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DR. ASGHAR ASKARI M.D.
NPI 1922116698
Specialist in San Pedro, CA

Active since August 25, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1360 W 6TH ST STE 160, SAN PEDRO, CA 90732(310) 519-9180(310) 519-0225 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Asghar Askari M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ASGHAR ASKARI M.D. (NPI 1922116698) is an individual specialist in San Pedro, California, licensed in California (A35822) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922116698
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ASGHAR ASKARICredential: M.D.
Location Address1360 W 6TH ST STE 160San Pedro, CA 90732-3537
Mailing Address1360 W 6th St Ste 160San Pedro, CA 90732-3537 · (310) 519-9180 · Fax (310) 519-0225
Phone(310) 519-9180
Fax(310) 519-0225
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1972
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2008
✔ NPI 1922116698 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A35822
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
1360 W 6TH ST STE 160, San Pedro, CA 90732
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PINA35822CA
Medicare UPINA27918CA
Medicaid00A35822CA

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Asghar Askari M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3577641166
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080422000955
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 Asghar Askari reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

County Of Los Angeles
4.4 mi
Clinic/Center
1325 BROAD AVE
Wilmington, CA 90744
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,939 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518988732 (562) 804-8101

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 10

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.
638 services297 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
185 services35 patients
Injection, testosterone cypionate, 1 mg J1071
Testosterone cypionate is a medication given via injection to help balance hormone levels in your body. It's typically used when your body doesn't produce enough of this hormone naturally. The 1 mg dose refers to the amount of medication in each injection.
185 services32 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
131 services99 patients
Electronic assessment of bladder emptying 51741
Electronic assessment of bladder emptying is a non-invasive test that measures how well your bladder functions. It uses ultrasound technology to create images of your bladder before and after you use the restroom, helping to identify any issues with bladder emptying.
117 services88 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.
66 services60 patients

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.

Intermittent urinary catheter, with insertion supplies A4353
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
1 supplier12 claims2,400 services$6.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Asghar Askari's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asghar Askari is 1922116698. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2006.

Where is Asghar Askari located?

Asghar Askari practices at 1360 W 6th St Ste 160, San Pedro, CA 90732. The listed phone number is (310) 519-9180.

What is Asghar Askari's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Asghar Askari enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asghar Askari is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Asghar Askari's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Asghar Askari reassigns Medicare benefits to County Of Los Angeles (Wilmington, 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 Asghar Askari'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 Asghar Askari was last updated on November 21, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.