Ruth Kurihara, PT
NPI 1598871063 · Physical Therapist · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Therapist in Private Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Kurihara, PT is a Physical Therapist provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1598871063).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598871063
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical TherapistRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Credential
- PT
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PT8576 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 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
7,451 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 3,562 | $25 |
| Therapy Procedure to Re-Educate Brain-To-Nerve-To-Muscle Function, Each 15 Minutes97112 | 2,127 | $32 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 1,348 | $22 |
| Electrical Stimulation (unattended), to One Or More Areas for Indication(s) Other Than Wound Care, As Part of a Therapy Plan of CareG0283 | 208 | $9 |
| Evaluation for Physical Therapy, Typically 45 Minutes97163 | 132 | $109 |
| Application of Ultrasound, Each 15 Minutes97035 | 74 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-21
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Kurihara's NPI number?
- Ruth Kurihara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598871063, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Kurihara's specialty?
- Ruth Kurihara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Therapist (Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers).
- Where is Ruth Kurihara located?
- Ruth Kurihara's practice location on file with NPPES is 3500 W Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505.
- What is Ruth Kurihara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Kurihara is (310) 325-7404.
- Does Ruth Kurihara accept Medicare?
- Ruth Kurihara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Kurihara's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Kurihara's NPI (1598871063) 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.