Summary

Dr. Paul Murata is a family medicine physician who brings 45 years of experience to his practice in Torrance, California. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and completed his family practice residency training at UCLA Medical Center and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in 1986. Dr. Murata maintains board certification in family medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Murata practices at Providence Medical Institute - Madrona Primary Care and is affiliated with Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. He specializes in managing cholesterol problems in children and teenagers, treating high cholesterol and inherited lipid disorders. His practice includes routine blood work and complete blood counts to monitor patient health. Patients rate Dr. Murata 4.9 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive family medicine care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Med Ctr, Family Practice
  • 450 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Providence Medical Institute - Madrona Primary Care

21311 Madrona Ave Ste 100ATorrance, CA 90503
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Paul J Murata

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Paul J Murata has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Paul J Murata has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Paul J Murata holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Family Practice, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and U.C.L.A. Medical Center in 1986.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca in 1981 and University of California in 1981.

NPI Number

Paul J Murata's NPI number is 1053363499.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Paul Murata's office located?
Paul Murata's office is located at 21311 Madrona Ave Ste 100A, Torrance, CA, 90503.
Is Paul Murata accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Paul Murata?
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Does Paul Murata accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Paul Murata has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Paul Murata speak?
Paul Murata speaks English.

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