Mitchell Taguchi, M.D.
NPI 1235163296 · Anesthesiology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mitchell Taguchi, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1235163296).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235163296
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A65921 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
275 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Urinary System Through Urethra00910 | 54 | $136 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 44 | $151 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Anus and Rectum00902 | 41 | $156 |
| Anesthesia for Removal of Prostate Including Use of an Endoscope00914 | 37 | $213 |
| Anesthesia for Removal of Urinary Bladder Tumors Including Use of an Endoscope00912 | 29 | $182 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 23 | $158 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mitchell Taguchi's NPI number?
- Mitchell Taguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235163296, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mitchell Taguchi's specialty?
- Mitchell Taguchi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mitchell Taguchi located?
- Mitchell Taguchi's practice location on file with NPPES is 3445 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505-6658.
- What is Mitchell Taguchi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mitchell Taguchi is (310) 325-4555.
- Does Mitchell Taguchi accept Medicare?
- Mitchell Taguchi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mitchell Taguchi's NPI active?
- Yes — Mitchell Taguchi's NPI (1235163296) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.