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DR. RICHARD A PALKEN M.D.
NPI 1093798514
Internal Medicine in Worcester, MA

Active since November 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY CARE, WORCESTER, MA 01655(508) 856-2731 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Richard A Palken M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD A PALKEN M.D. (NPI 1093798514) is an individual internal medicine provider in Worcester, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (73003) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093798514
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD A PALKENCredential: M.D.
Location Address55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY CAREWorcester, MA 01655-0002
Mailing AddressPo Box 415348Boston, MA 02241-5348
Phone(508) 856-2731
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 2020
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1093798514 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 73003
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.
55 LAKE AVE N, Worcester, MA 01655
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3106705MA

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. Richard A Palken 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 ID3779521158
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050418000964
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 6

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 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.
443 services258 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
190 services190 patients
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.
83 services73 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
35 services28 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
18 services16 patients
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.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Leominster, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number220001
Location60 Hospital RoadLeominster, MA 01453 · Worcester County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Health - Harrington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Southbridge, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220019
Location100 South StreetSouthbridge, MA 01550 · Worcester County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Healthcare-Marlborough Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marlborough, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220049
Location157 Union StreetMarlborough, MA 01752 · Middlesex County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220163
Location55 Lake Avenue NorthWorcester, MA 01655 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Vincent Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220176
Location123 Summer StreetWorcester, MA 01608 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01655 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
12 suppliers29 claims100 services$6.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$34.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers29 claims29 services$3.47 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.

HILLARY R. IRONS MD
Emergency Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 421-1400
MS. EILEEN A. DUHAMEL NP
Nurse Practitioner
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2710
EWA HRYNISZYN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
HELEN COPSEY PA-C
Physician Assistant
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-8585
DR. ADEPEJU GBADEBO CHAMPION M.D.
Internal Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2731
SOWMYA KORAPATI
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3550
LAYLA FAKHRZADEH M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N, ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
YOONYIE CHO M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-1000

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 Richard Palken's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Palken is 1093798514. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2005.

Where is Richard Palken located?

Richard Palken practices at 55 Lake Ave N Department Of Primary Care, Worcester, MA 01655. The listed phone number is (508) 856-2731.

What is Richard Palken's specialty?

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

Is Richard Palken enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Palken 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 Richard Palken affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Palken is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, Umass Memorial Health - Harrington Hospital, Umass Memorial Healthcare-Marlborough Hospital, Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus and St Vincent Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Palken was last updated on October 28, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.