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DR. SHIGERU CHINO M.D.
NPI 1982604781
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Laguna Niguel, CA

Active since July 22, 2005PECOS Enrolled
27601 FORBES RD, SUITE 58, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677(949) 348-0459(949) 348-9314 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Shigeru Chino M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SHIGERU CHINO M.D. (NPI 1982604781) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Laguna Niguel, California, licensed in California (A21671) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (1964).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982604781
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHIGERU CHINOCredential: M.D.
Location Address27601 FORBES RD, SUITE 58Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-1201
Mailing Address27601 Forbes Rd, Suite 58Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-1201 · (949) 348-0459 · Fax (949) 348-9314
Phone(949) 348-0459
Fax(949) 348-9314
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1964
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1982604781 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A21671
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
27601 FORBES RD, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A216710CA

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 (PECOS)

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

PECOS PAC ID3577726918
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120522000816
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 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.

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.
85 services57 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
56 services31 patients
Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a physician or other qualified health care professional who can report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related e/m servic G2012
A virtual check-in is a short online or phone consultation with your healthcare provider. It's for established patients and isn't related to a recent appointment. It's a convenient way to discuss health concerns without needing to visit the office in person.
56 services31 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
16 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92677 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
$187.60 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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 6

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

SHIGERU CHINO, M.D., INC.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
27601 FORBES RD, SUITE 58
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 348-0459
STEPHEN G PARHAM D.C.
Chiropractor
27601 FORBES RD, 30
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 348-2522
PARHAM CHIROPRACTIC INC
Chiropractor
27601 FORBES RD, 30
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 348-2522
ENID L SEAL
Specialist
27601 FORBES RD, SUITE 24
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 582-9210
DANA ROSE YOUNG LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
27601 FORBES RD
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (714) 624-4305
DR. CORT CURTIS PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
27601 FORBES RD, SUITE 49
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (877) 372-8784

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 Shigeru Chino's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shigeru Chino is 1982604781. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2005.

Where is Shigeru Chino located?

Shigeru Chino practices at 27601 Forbes Rd Suite 58, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. The listed phone number is (949) 348-0459.

What is Shigeru Chino's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Shigeru Chino enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shigeru Chino is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shigeru Chino was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 days 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.