Karl Fukunaga, MD
NPI 1487644613 · Gastroenterology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Fukunaga, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1487644613).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487644613
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- G72161 (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
1,103 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 302 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 220 | $139 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 115 | $137 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 114 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 78 | $179 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 226 | 77 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 157 | 154 |
| Famotidine | 110 | 38 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 86 | 32 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 54 | 17 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 51 | 26 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$717 across 32 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
- 2005-10-27
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Fukunaga's NPI number?
- Karl Fukunaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487644613, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Fukunaga's specialty?
- Karl Fukunaga is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Fukunaga located?
- Karl Fukunaga's practice location on file with NPPES is 23451 Madison St, Torrance, CA 90505-4763.
- What is Karl Fukunaga's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Fukunaga is (310) 375-1246.
- Does Karl Fukunaga accept Medicare?
- Karl Fukunaga is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Fukunaga's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Fukunaga's NPI (1487644613) 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.