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MICHAEL STEPHEN KENT M.D.
NPI 1023210218
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Boston, MA

Active since June 01, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 2A, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 632-8383 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Michael Stephen Kent M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL STEPHEN KENT M.D. (NPI 1023210218) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (233697) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Anna Jaques Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023210218
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL STEPHEN KENTCredential: M.D.
Location Address110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 2ABoston, MA 02215-5501
Mailing Address219 Winch StFramingham, MA 01701-3737 · (917) 902-1878
Phone(617) 632-8383
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 9, 2022
✔ NPI 1023210218 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MA · 233697✔ Licensed in PA · MT185579
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 233697 (MA)
110 FRANCIS ST, Boston, MA 02215
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1732 Harrison Ave, 3rd floor West, Preston BuildingBoston, MA 02118 · Phone (617) 638-8488 · Fax (617) 638-8469
Location 2830 Harrison Ave, STE 3400, Moakley BuildingBoston, MA 02118 · Phone (617) 414-8060 · Fax (617) 414-8012

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Stephen Kent 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 ID1456338565
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071113000553
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Kent reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
0.3 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
330 BROOKLINE AVE, ST 207
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 1,477 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548202641 (617) 667-1961
Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc
0.3 mi
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1720037385 (Massachusetts)
  • 2,579 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194765438 (617) 754-9600
Cambridge Public Health Commission
2.6 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 719 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487603585 (617) 665-1000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
144 services121 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
127 services109 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
39 services36 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
38 services35 patients
Repair of hernia of muscle at esophagus and stomach using an endoscope 43281
This procedure fixes a hernia, an area where your stomach and esophagus muscles have weakened. Using an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, the doctor can see and repair the hernia without large incisions, promoting quicker recovery.
28 services28 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Anna Jaques Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newburyport, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220029
Location25 Highland AvenueNewburyport, MA 01950 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

Acute Care Hospitals · Needham, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220083
Location148 Chestnut StreetNeedham, MA 02494 · Norfolk County
Emergency services

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$189.86 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

GRACE ELIZABETH CHOUINARD PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
110 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7246
DR. DAE HYUN KIM M.D., M.P.H.
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE 1A
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8696
ZIV PAZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
110 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8658
DR. DONICA TOSCANO PORTER AU.D.
Audiologist
110 FRANCIS ST, LOWRY BUILDING 6-E
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7310
DR. DAVID SHOUKRY YASSA M.D
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, LOWRY BUILDING SUITE GB
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7706
SUSAN E KELLY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 8E
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8623
JULES R SCHWABER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 1B
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-0500
LORI ANN PANTHER M.D., M.P.H.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE G-B
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7706

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 Michael Kent's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Kent is 1023210218. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2007.

Where is Michael Kent located?

Michael Kent practices at 110 Francis St Suite 2A, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 632-8383.

What is Michael Kent's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Michael Kent enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Kent 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michael Kent's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Kent reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. (Boston, MA), Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc (Boston, MA) and Cambridge Public Health Commission (Cambridge, MA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Kent's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Kent accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Michael Kent 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 Michael Kent affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Kent is affiliated with Anna Jaques Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Kent was last updated on June 9, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.