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FRITZ GUTIERREZ FNP-C
NPI 1962179135
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Torrance, CA

Active since August 25, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3655 LOMITA BLVD STE 312, TORRANCE, CA 90505(310) 294-9444 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: May 21, 2022, Aug 25, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Fritz Gutierrez Fnp-c NPPES

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

FRITZ GUTIERREZ FNP-C (NPI 1962179135) is an individual family provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (95020974) and active in the NPI registry since August 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in La Palma, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962179135
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameFRITZ GUTIERREZCredential: FNP-C
Location Address3655 LOMITA BLVD STE 312Torrance, CA 90505-1923
Mailing Address6 Centerpointe DrLa Palma, CA 90623-2503
Phone(310) 294-9444
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 21, 2022
✔ NPI 1962179135 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 95020974
Also ListedRegistered Nurse · General PracticeTaxonomy 163WG0000X · License 680694 (CA)
3655 LOMITA BLVD STE 312, Torrance, CA 90505
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16 Centerpointe DrLA Palma, CA 90623-2503 · Phone (844) 937-8679

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

Fritz Gutierrez Fnp-c 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 ID5890173421
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220609001531
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 Fritz Gutierrez reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Maneesh Suresh Penkar MD Inc
0.3 mi
Internal Medicine
3701 SKYPARK DR STE 105
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134950405 (310) 897-8272
Aaron K Tran MD Inc
1.2 mi
Internal Medicine
22910 CRENSHAW BLVD STE A
Torrance, CA 90505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376824854 (310) 294-9444
David Taftian Do, Inc
28 mi
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
18040 SHERMAN WAY STE 304
Reseda, CA 91335
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 21 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366917361 (310) 721-4395

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 8

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
3,140 services251 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
1,172 services231 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
264 services58 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
146 services49 patients
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes 99316
Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.
129 services120 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
57 services54 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.

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 Fritz Gutierrez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fritz Gutierrez is 1962179135. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2021.

Where is Fritz Gutierrez located?

Fritz Gutierrez practices at 3655 Lomita Blvd Ste 312, Torrance, CA 90505. The listed phone number is (310) 294-9444.

What is Fritz Gutierrez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Fritz Gutierrez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fritz Gutierrez 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 Fritz Gutierrez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Fritz Gutierrez reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Maneesh Suresh Penkar MD Inc (Torrance, CA), Aaron K Tran MD Inc (Torrance, CA) and David Taftian Do, Inc (Reseda, 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 Fritz Gutierrez'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 Fritz Gutierrez was last updated on May 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.