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DR. KEITH L LIGON MD PHD
NPI 1053363424
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Boston, MA

Active since May 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75 FRANCIS STREET, AMORY 3, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 732-7510 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 31, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Keith L Ligon Md Phd NPPES

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

DR. KEITH L LIGON MD PHD (NPI 1053363424) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (208878) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053363424
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. KEITH L LIGONCredential: MD PHD
Location Address75 FRANCIS STREET, AMORY 3Boston, MA 02115
Mailing Address75 Francis Street, Amory 3Boston, MA 02115 · (617) 732-7510
Phone(617) 732-7510
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMay 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 31, 2012
✔ NPI 1053363424 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 208878
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
75 FRANCIS STREET, Boston, MA 02115
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Keith L Ligon Md Phd 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 ID5496935751
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110203001107
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 5

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
72 services11 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
28 services17 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
17 services16 patients
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block 88331
A pathology examination during surgery involves the immediate analysis of a removed tissue sample. This helps the surgeon make decisions during your operation. The "first tissue block" refers to the initial sample examined. It's a vital step to ensure your health.
13 services12 patients
Molecular pathology procedure; physician interpretation and report G0452
A molecular pathology procedure involves analyzing your body's cells at a molecular level to identify any abnormalities. This can help detect diseases early. A physician will interpret the results and provide a detailed report, explaining the findings clearly.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220110
Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 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.

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.

JIA CHENG YAO M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
75 FRANCIS STREET
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (517) 732-5500
MR. FADI HABBAB MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
75 FRANCIS STREET, BRIGHAM AND WOMENS HOSPITAL RADIOLOGY DEPT
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-6273
MRS. LEAH RAE PRAGER PA-C, MPH
Physician Assistant
75 FRANCIS STREET
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-6819
MICHAEL SEAN NURMSOO M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
75 FRANCIS STREET
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-5500
ALISA B GOLDBERG MD MPH
Obstetrics & Gynecology
75 FRANCIS STREET, WOMENS HEALTH DEPARTMENT OBGYN
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8625
DAVID WESTFALL BATES MD
Internal Medicine
75 FRANCIS STREET, BRIGHAM INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-7063
ASHLEY HARALSON VERNON MD
Surgery
75 FRANCIS STREET, BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL DIVISION OF GENERAL AND GA
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8710
LINDSAY FAYE PARONICH PA-C
Physician Assistant
75 FRANCIS STREET
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8064

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 Keith Ligon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Keith Ligon is 1053363424. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.

Where is Keith Ligon located?

Keith Ligon practices at 75 Francis Street Amory 3, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 732-7510.

What is Keith Ligon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Keith Ligon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Keith Ligon 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.

Is Keith Ligon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Keith Ligon is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham And Women's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Keith Ligon was last updated on December 31, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.