DR. MARGARET MARY HEFFERNAN
NPI 1114945482
Clinical Neuropsychologist in Boston, MA

NPI Status: Active since July 17, 2006

Contact Information

330 BROOKLINE AVE
BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY DEPT.
BOSTON, MA
ZIP 02215
Phone: (617) 667-1317
Fax: (617) 667-7981

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 33
  • Clinical Neuropsychologist
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About MARGARET HEFFERNAN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Margaret Heffernan, a provider established in Boston, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Clinical Neuropsychologist and more than 33 years of experience. She graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1993. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1114945482 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 103G00000X with license number 6704 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.

NPI
1114945482
Provider Name
DR. MARGARET MARY HEFFERNAN
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
330 BROOKLINE AVE BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY DEPT. BOSTON, MA 02215
Location Phone
(617) 667-1317
Location Fax
(617) 667-7981
Mailing Address
407 ROUNSEVILLE RD ROCHESTER, MA 02770
Mailing Phone
(617) 667-1317
Mailing Fax
(617) 667-7981
Medical School Name
BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year
1993
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
07-17-2006
Last Update Date
05-20-2011
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinical Neuropsychologist

Taxonomy Code
103G00000X
Type
Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
License No.
6704
License State
MA
Taxonomy Description
A clinical psychologist who applies principles of assessment and intervention based upon the scientific study of human behavior as it relates to normal and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system. The specialty is dedicated to enhancing the understanding of brain-behavior relationships and the application of such knowledge to human problems.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 8500/50%/9200 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 1000/20%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 500/30%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Platinum Access Blue New England HMO 250/10%/3500 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 2500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3000/30%/9000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/10000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/20%/8500 - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO Bronze 8000 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO Gold + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO Gold 1400 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO HSA Bronze 6000 - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO Silver 3500 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local Choice HMO Silver 5000 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local HMO Bronze 7500 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local HMO Gold 2000 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
  • NH Local HMO Silver 6000 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Margaret Heffernan is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Margaret Heffernan is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging and Durable Medical Equipment (DME).

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 7012013279

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20070503000651

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: No

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, each additional 30 minutes

This procedure involves administering psychological or neuropsychological tests to evaluate your mental functions. Each additional 30 minutes allows for a more in-depth assessment of your cognitive abilities, emotions, and behavior. It's crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

This service was performed 117 times for 14 patients

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes

This procedure involves a health professional conducting a psychological or neuropsychological test. The first 30 minutes typically involve understanding your mental health or brain function through various assessments. This helps in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders effectively.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Evaluation of neuropsychological test, each additional hour

This service involves further evaluation of your neuropsychological test results beyond the initial hour. It helps to understand your cognitive functioning better, focusing on areas like memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.

This service was performed 56 times for 14 patients

Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour

An evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation

A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1114945482, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 58. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 58 = 2).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
1
Unchanged
Pos 3
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 4
4
Unchanged
Pos 5
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Check
2
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9 5 → 10 → 1 8 → 16 → 7

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 1 + 2 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 4 + 1 + 0 + 4 + 1 + 6 + 24 = 58

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 58 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 58 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1114945482.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1114945482, enumerated as an "individual" on July 17, 2006.

The provider is located at 330 BROOKLINE AVE BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY DEPT. BOSTON, MA 02215 and the phone number is (617) 667-1317.

Clinical Neuropsychologist with taxonomy code 103G00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Harvard. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.