DR. KAREN FREUND M.D.
NPI 1013973171
Internal Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since April 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 5, SUITE A, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 638-7428(617) 638-7472 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Karen Freund M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. KAREN FREUND M.D. (NPI 1013973171) is an individual internal medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (53869) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013973171
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN FREUNDCredential: M.D.
Location Address725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 5, SUITE ABoston, MA 02118-2526
Mailing Address850 Harrison Ave, Yacc Bn-c7Boston, MA 02118-4001 · (617) 414-5405 · Fax (617) 414-6031
Fax(617) 638-7472
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2011
NPI 1013973171 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MA · 53869
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedPreventive Medicine · Public Health & General Preventive MedicineTaxonomy 2083P0901X · License 53869 (MA)
725 ALBANY ST, Boston, MA 02118

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINA58382MA
Medicaid3012263MA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedA30366MA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Karen Freund M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9032382841
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120420000005
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
44 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
27 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tufts Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220116
Location800 Washington StreetBoston, MA 02111 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02118 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$185.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 3, SUITE A
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 9, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Obstetrics & Gynecology
725 ALBANY ST
BOSTON, MA 02118
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 7, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Dermatology
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 8
BOSTON, MA 02118
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
725 ALBANY ST, SHAPIRO 4, SUITE B
BOSTON, MA 02118
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
725 ALBANY ST, SUITE 7B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
725 ALBANY ST
BOSTON, MA 02118

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Freund's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Freund is 1013973171. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2006.

Where is Karen Freund located?

Karen Freund practices at 725 Albany St Shapiro 5, Suite A, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 638-7428.

What is Karen Freund's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Karen Freund enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Freund is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karen Freund accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Karen Freund as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Karen Freund affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Freund is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Freund was last updated on November 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.