Dean Noritake, MD
NPI 1477514495 · Rheumatology Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dean Noritake, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1477514495).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477514495
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G49215 (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
20 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
2,552 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,047 | $137 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 679 | $17 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 237 | $149 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 205 | $82 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 152 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 307 | 84 |
| Prednisone | 252 | 65 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 131 | 42 |
| Celecoxib | 91 | 30 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | 78 | 26 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 74 | 23 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 71 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,807 across 105 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
- 2006-03-29
- Last updated
- 2024-09-09
- Certified
- 2024-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dean Noritake's NPI number?
- Dean Noritake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477514495, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dean Noritake's specialty?
- Dean Noritake is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dean Noritake located?
- Dean Noritake's practice location on file with NPPES is 301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 101, Pasadena, CA 91105-2536.
- What is Dean Noritake's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dean Noritake is (626) 296-2910.
- Does Dean Noritake accept Medicare?
- Dean Noritake is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dean Noritake's NPI active?
- Yes — Dean Noritake's NPI (1477514495) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.