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CHRISTOPHER THOMAS DUCKO MD
NPI 1063409126
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Boston, MA

Active since October 04, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75 FRANCIS ST, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 732-6824(617) 566-3441 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 13, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Christopher Thomas Ducko Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER THOMAS DUCKO MD (NPI 1063409126) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (221301) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063409126
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER THOMAS DUCKOCredential: MD
Location Address75 FRANCIS STBoston, MA 02115-6110
Mailing Address111 Cypress StBrookline, MA 02445-6002 · (857) 307-0896
Phone(617) 732-6824
Fax(617) 566-3441
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 13, 2012
✔ NPI 1063409126 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 221301
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.
75 FRANCIS ST, Boston, MA 02115
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINI10897
Medicaid2074401MA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedA37204MA

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

Christopher Thomas Ducko Md 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 ID7810969052
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040809001252
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Ducko reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.
Same address
Special Hospital
75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 531 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346433257 (617) 635-6904
Steward Medical Group, Inc
4.4 mi
Specialist
9 GALEN ST
Watertown, MA 02472
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 991 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629398219 (615) 467-4474
Coastal Medical Associates
14 mi
Anesthesiology
55 FOGG RD
Weymouth, MA 02190
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 671 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932175684 (781) 340-4293

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 11

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
587 services372 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
140 services101 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.
105 services105 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
79 services74 patients
Aspiration of initial secretion of lung airway using an endoscope 31645
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to collect initial secretions from your lung airway. This helps doctors diagnose and treat respiratory conditions. It's a safe, minimally invasive procedure.
27 services26 patients
Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope 32674
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to access and remove lymph nodes in the chest cavity. It's a minimally invasive method, which can help in diagnosing or treating certain conditions.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

South Shore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Weymouth, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220100
Location55 Fogg RoadSouth Weymouth, MA 02190 · Norfolk 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers38 claims38 services$14.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers27 claims27 services$68.82 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.

RUMA RAJBHANDARI
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 525-6841
WENYA LINDA BI
Neurological Surgery
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (203) 645-9485
CHI YUEN CHAN M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-5500
JENNIFER MICHELLE THOMAS MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
75 FRANCIS ST, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-6248
GAURAV SHARMA M.D.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
75 FRANCIS ST, BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (951) 259-0890
YEU-SHIN CINDY CHANG M.D., M.P.H.
Emergency Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST, BWH DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-8070
CARA L RICHARDS
Physician Assistant
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-5500
LARA COAKLEY
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Suffolk County (617) 732-5500

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 Christopher Ducko's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Ducko is 1063409126. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2005.

Where is Christopher Ducko located?

Christopher Ducko practices at 75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 732-6824.

What is Christopher Ducko's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Ducko enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Ducko 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 Christopher Ducko's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Ducko reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA), Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc. (Boston, MA), Steward Medical Group, Inc (Watertown, MA) and Coastal Medical Associates (Weymouth, 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 Christopher Ducko's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Ducko accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Christopher Ducko 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 Christopher Ducko affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Ducko is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, South Shore Hospital and Brigham And Women's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Ducko was last updated on June 13, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.