Samuel Nam, M.D.
NPI 1396936951 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Nam, M.D. is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1396936951).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396936951
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A109595 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
332 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99350 | 243 | $194 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 61 | $133 |
| Residence Visit for New Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99345 | 28 | $211 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $133–$211 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 71 | 22 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 47 | 15 |
| Nystatin | 34 | 17 |
| Omeprazole | 31 | 13 |
| Furosemide | 30 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 29 | 14 |
| 0.9 % Sodium Chloridebrand: Sodium Chloride | 28 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-07
- Last updated
- 2024-01-17
- Certified
- 2024-01-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Nam's NPI number?
- Samuel Nam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396936951, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Nam's specialty?
- Samuel Nam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Nam located?
- Samuel Nam's practice location on file with NPPES is 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505-5002.
- What is Samuel Nam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Nam is (858) 880-6722.
- Does Samuel Nam accept Medicare?
- Samuel Nam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Nam's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Nam's NPI (1396936951) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.