Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walavan Sivakumar, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1952627911
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5215 Torrance Blvd Ste 300
Torrance, CA 905034009
(424) 212-5361
fax (310) 316-3466 - Additional location
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4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 520
Torrance, CA 905034525 - Mailing address
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4718 Hermano Dr
Tarzana, CA 913564516
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 20, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A135375
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952627911. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
926
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$150,251
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 312 | 219 | $141 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 139 | 77 | $225 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 87 | 66 | $85 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 81 | 61 | $127 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 65 | 65 | $241 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 48 | 48 | $139 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 33 | 31 | $100 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 32 | 31 | $186 | |
76998 |
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery | 25 | 24 | $64 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 25 | 22 | $197 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Torrance Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$10,582
Transactions
31
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 16 | $9,808.64 | |
| Globus Medical, INC. | 3 | $383.18 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $123.35 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $71.43 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $28.84 | |
| Mimedx Group, INC. | 1 | $28.26 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $28.20 | |
| Merz Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 1 | $27.30 | |
| Aesculap, INC. | 1 | $21.66 | |
| Omniscient Neurotechnology America LTD | 1 | $21.05 | |
| Leica Microsystems INC. | 1 | $20.31 | |
| Irras USA, INC. | 1 | $19.47 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walavan Sivakumar's medical specialty?
Dr. Walavan Sivakumar practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Walavan Sivakumar practice?
Dr. Walavan Sivakumar practices at 5215 Torrance Blvd Ste 300, Torrance, CA 905034009. Office phone: 4242125361.
What is Dr. Walavan Sivakumar's NPI?
Dr. Walavan Sivakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952627911, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walavan Sivakumar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walavan Sivakumar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walavan Sivakumar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.