Fritz Gutierrez, FNP-C
NPI 1962179135 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fritz Gutierrez, FNP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1962179135).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962179135
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- FNP-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 680694 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Nursing Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
4 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,976 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 3,140 | $96 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 1,172 | $137 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 264 | $96 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 146 | $137 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Management, More Than 30 Minutes99316 | 129 | $116 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 91 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 75 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 71 | 15 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 57 | 12 |
| Metformin Hcl | 48 | — |
| Gabapentin | 36 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 6 Centerpointe DrLa Palma, CA 90623-2503Phone: (844) 937-8679
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2021-08-25
- Last updated
- 2022-05-21
- Certified
- 2022-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fritz Gutierrez's NPI number?
- Fritz Gutierrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962179135, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fritz Gutierrez's specialty?
- Fritz Gutierrez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Fritz Gutierrez located?
- Fritz Gutierrez's practice location on file with NPPES is 3655 Lomita Blvd Ste 312, Torrance, CA 90505-1923.
- What is Fritz Gutierrez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fritz Gutierrez is (310) 294-9444.
- Does Fritz Gutierrez accept Medicare?
- Fritz Gutierrez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fritz Gutierrez's NPI active?
- Yes — Fritz Gutierrez's NPI (1962179135) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.